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Peshtigo Fire

Date:	11 25 1871
Description:	Engraved view of Peshtigo Fire showing people trying to escape the flames by boat and on horseback. A team of cattle also seek refuge and several birds tak...

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Constructing Boats

Date:	1655
Description:	Engraving made after a watercolor painting by John White during the Barlowe Expedition in Virginia, 1585-1587.

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