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Labor Day Parade

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Elevated view of the Labor Day parade on the Capitol Square, at King Street, featuring a float that has the words "Win The War For Freedom" on the front.

Date Created:
September 2, 1918
Creator:
Photoart House (Firm)

Publication Information

Creator Photoart House (Firm)
Date Created September 2, 1918

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 18 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Photoart House negatives, 1913-1918, 1947-1953
Call Number (M491)144

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013C5J
Legacy ID
WHi 36028

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