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World War I Draftees

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Group portrait of World War I draftees dressed in suits, posing in front of the Court House.

Date Created:
circa 1910-1919
Creator:
Panzer, Charles W.

Publication Information

Creator
Panzer, Charles W.
Date Created
circa 1910-1919

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PH 614

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W01325C
Legacy ID
WHi 54089

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