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The Burning of Chicago

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Bird's-eye view of the Chicago fire of October 8, 1871. The hand-colored lithograph was published by Currier and Ives.

Date Created:
1871
Creator:
Currier & Ives

Publication Information

Creator Currier & Ives
Date Created 1871

Physical Description

Format Image
Extent 1 print
Dimensions 38 x 28 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection International Harvester Company advertising literature, 1832-1984
Call Number PH 6419.129 (3)
Catalog Record https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999463822802121
Finding Aid https://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/wiarchives.uw-whs-mcc0004z

Copyright Information

Copyright Status IN COPYRIGHT
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0148ZE
Legacy ID
WHi 4604

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