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Defending the Igloo
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Winter scene with boys in winter coats and hats aiming toy stick guns while posing on an igloo and fort they have built from snow. A church building forms the backdrop. On the reverse of the photograph is written: "'Pupils Play' in their school yard, at home building 'Homes of Far Away Children' (Eskimo). Gladys White - Teacher."
1932
Publication Information
| Date Created | 1932 |
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Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 12 x 8 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Wisconsin rural school survey records, 1931-1933 |
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| Call Number | PH 262.15g |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED |
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