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Wisconsin State Capitol (Third)

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The third Wisconsin Capitol (the second in Madison) as it appeared shortly after the construction was completed.

Date Created:
1870
Creator:
Milwaukee Lith. & Engr. Co.

Publication Information

Creator
Milwaukee Lith. & Engr. Co.
Date Created
1870

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
XX x XX

Collection Information

Call Number
1872 Blue Book

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W014AES
Legacy ID
WHi 23403

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