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Bascom Hill

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View up Bascom Hill on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. Bascom Hall (formerly Main Hall) is at the top of the hill.

Date Created:
1880
Creator:
Photoart House (Firm)

Publication Information

Creator Photoart House (Firm)
Date Created 1880

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 11 x 7 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Wisconsin place file, circa 1850s-circa 1950s
Call Number PF Madison UW.195

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013VGA
Legacy ID
WHi 57409

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