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Swimmer Bridge Diving

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View across river towards a swimmer, caught in mid-air, jumping from the railroad bridge. Two people are on top of the bridge looking down. In the background on the right riverbank are buildings.

Creator:
Van Schaick, Charles

Publication Information

Creator
Van Schaick, Charles

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
11 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W0128F2
Legacy ID
WHi 101451

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