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Cutover Land

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Expanse of land with tree stumps with trees and buildings in the background.

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Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 16 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number CF 1635

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W012AXH
Legacy ID
WHi 6376

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