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Nelson and 2nd Earth Day

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Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson, who is credited with conceiving of Earth Day, listens while Wisconsin Governor Patrick J. Lucey addresses the Wisconsin Legislature during an event in Madison marking the second Earth Day ceremonies.

Date Created:
April 20, 1971
Creator:
United Press International

Publication Information

Creator United Press International
Date Created April 20, 1971

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Wisconsin Governor Dreyfus photographs, 1979-1982
Call Number 1983/073

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013PCW
Legacy ID
WHi 55025

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