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"Indian Guides"

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Young Caucasian boys dressed like Native Americans as part of their YMCA "Indian Guides" program. They are being directed by the "All Nations Chief" Henry Boettcher.

Date Created:
January 27, 1963

Publication Information

Date Created January 27, 1963

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 21 x 26 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number CF 378

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT UNDETERMINED
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0129W9
Legacy ID
WHi 6693

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