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Gift of William R. Bland and family, 2013.223.5  © 2014 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Flood of 1936: Bushnell Park with Travelers Tower in the Background
Gift of William R. Bland and family, 2013.223.5 © 2014 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Flood of 1936: Bushnell Park with Travelers Tower in the Background

Photographer (American, 1891 - 1960)
Date1936
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver prints on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 6 5/8 x 4 7/8in. (16.8 x 12.4cm) Sheet (height x width): 6 5/8 x 4 7/8in. (16.8 x 12.4cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of William R. Bland and family
Object number2013.223.5
DescriptionLeafless trees stand in floodwaters in Bushnell Park, Hartford. The tower of Travelers Insurance Company and other buildings are in the background.
NotesConstituent Note: According to the donor, these photographs were taken by his grandfather, William Remington Bland, a member of the Hartford County Camera Club. However, it is possible that some of the photographs could have been taken by another club member. (Finlay 11/23/2013)
Status
Not on view