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Deadeye on the Success

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Underwater view of one of the deadeyes, in the middle of the ship along the port side, used on the scow schooner Success. The ship and rigging are partially buried in sand.

Date Created:
August 14, 2014
Creator:
Thomsen, Tamara L.

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Creator
Thomsen, Tamara L.
Date Created
August 14, 2014

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Collection Information

Call Number
1509000053

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COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
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This image is issued by the Historic Preservation Division of the Wisconsin Historical Society. Use of the image requires written permission from the staff of the Collections Division. It may not be sold or redistributed, copied or distributed as a photograph, electronic file, or any other media. The image should not be significantly altered through conventional or electronic means. Images altered beyond standard cropping and resizing require further negotiation with a staff member. The user is responsible for all issues of copyright. Please Credit: Wisconsin Historical Society.
Unique ID
W01360Z
Legacy ID
WHi 120452

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