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Wisconsin State Capitol from Bascom Hill

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View of the Wisconsin State Capitol from Bascom Hill, with three women walking in the foreground. Cars are parked on State Street at the base of the hill. Several State Street establishments, including the Capitol Theater, can be seen in the distance in front of the Capitol.

Date Created:
June 2, 1960
Creator:
Vesey, Richard

Publication Information

Creator Vesey, Richard
Date Created June 2, 1960

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 35mm

Collection Information

Source Collection Richard Vesey photographs and negatives, 1955-1963
Call Number PH 3365, Box 6, folder 311, frame 34

Copyright Information

Copyright Status IN COPYRIGHT
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Rights Holder Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013F0O
Legacy ID
WHi 138839

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