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Washburn Observatory

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Exterior view of the Washburn Observatory.

Date Created:
1954
Creator:
Vesey, Richard

Publication Information

Creator Vesey, Richard
Date Created 1954

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 11 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Richard Vesey photographs and negatives, 1955-1963
Call Number (V4)18

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013EZN
Legacy ID
WHi 61554

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