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Milwaukee Zoo

Image

A Polar Bear is sprawling on the rock foundation of its enclosure.

Date Created:
1970
Creator:
Overdahl, Ronald M.

Publication Information

Creator
Overdahl, Ronald M.
Date Created
1970

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
21 x 26 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PH Series 2779, box 3, fldr 16

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013PDR
Legacy ID
WHi 145765

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