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Capitol City

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View across Lake Monona towards downtown Madison.

Date Created:
circa 1940-1949
Creator:
Motelet, Alphonse Joseph

Publication Information

Creator
Motelet, Alphonse Joseph
Date Created
circa 1940-1949
Language
English

Physical Description

Format
Image
Extent
1 photograph
Dimensions
25 x 20 cm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
IN COPYRIGHT
Conditions For Use
This image is issued by the Wisconsin Historical Society and the family of Alphonse Joseph Motelet. Use of the image requires written permission from the staff of the Collections Division. It may not be sold or redistributed, copied or distributed as a photograph, electronic file, or any other media. The image should not be significantly altered through conventional or electronic means. Images altered beyond standard cropping and resizing require further negotiation with a staff member. The user is responsible for all issues of copyright. Please Credit: Wisconsin Historical Society.
Rights Holder
Motelet, Alphonse Joseph (family of);Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011D90
Legacy ID
WHi 114770

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