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Waupun State Prison

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Exterior view of Waupun State Prison, built in 1854. A woman and child are standing near the arched stone wall. Beyond the prison gates is the tower of the main building.

Creator:
Krueger, Alexander

Publication Information

Creator
Krueger, Alexander

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
(K91)137

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W0134JD
Legacy ID
WHi 94899

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Waupun State Prison

Waupun State Prison

A couple walks outside the gates of the Waupun State Prison, built in 1854. The tower of the central building can be seen beyond the gates.

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Waupun State Prison

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Waupun State Prison

Waupun State Prison

Exterior view across lawn of Waupun State Prison, built in 1854.

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