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Chain Gang On a Highway

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View of a chain gang from the front window of a car.

Publication Information

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 9 x 7 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Highlander Research and Education Center records, 1917-2017
Call Number M90-333, Folder 14

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W012PXP
Legacy ID
WHi 52994

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