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Publication Information
| Creator | Leslie, Frank |
|---|---|
| Date Created | June 9, 1898 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Extent | 1 photograph |
| Dimensions | 28 x 41 cm |
Collection Information
| Call Number | AP 2 L52 v. 86 |
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| Catalog Record | https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999746622002121 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
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| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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The War on Red River
July 16, 1864
Illustration from Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper depicting Admiral Porter's fleet passing through Colonel Bailey's dam during the War on Red River.
Steam Ice Car
December 3, 1859
Engraved drawing of Norman Wiard's ice locomotive, the Lady Franklin operating on a frozen river. Male passengers and crew members are standing on the deck of the vehicle. The vessel was built, but...
Lady Franklin Details
1859
Cutaway details of Norman Wiard's ice locomotive, Lady Franklin sowing the stern and seating area. Also included is a drawing of the vehicle's anchor. The vessel was built, but never made a success...
Monster Bowie Knife
June 6, 1860
An illustration of the enormous bowie knife that was presented to John F. Potter.
Wiard's Ice Locomotive Entering Frozen River
1859
Engraved drawing of Norman Wiard's ice locomotive, Lady Franklin leaving a snowy riverbank and entering the frozen river. The vessel was built, but never made a successful journey across the ice.
Wiard's Ice Locomotive Floorplan
1859
Floorplan of Norman Wiard's ice locomotive, the Lady Franklin showing the locations of seating, water closets, ladies' salon, boiler, engine room, etc. The vessel was built, but never made a succes...
