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Black Hawk Monument - Nelson Dewey State Park

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A rock formation called "Black Hawk Monument" in Nelson Dewey State Park -- now Wyalusing State Park.

Date Created:
1929
Creator:
Gillett, Sherwin

Publication Information

Creator Gillett, Sherwin
Date Created 1929

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Sherwin H. Gillett papers and photographs, 1880s-1964 (bulk 1910-1961)
Call Number (G5)02140

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013GUQ
Legacy ID
WHi 101519

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