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George Fairfield

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Sixth plate ferrotype/tintype of George Fairfield, facing forward with torso turned slightly right, in a military uniform with rank stripes on sleeves.

Date Created:
circa 1860-1869

Publication Information

Contributor
Wisconsin Historical Society
Date Created
circa 1860-1869

Physical Description

Format
Image
Extent
1 photograph
Dimensions
7 x 9 cm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W01275C
Legacy ID
WHi 101823

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