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Museum purchase, 1974.31.1.69  © 2014 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Construction of Laurel Hill Bridge across the Shetucket River, Norwich.
Museum purchase, 1974.31.1.69 © 2014 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Construction of Laurel Hill Bridge across the Shetucket River, Norwich.

Dateabout 1870
MediumPhotography; albumen print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 7 7/8 x 9 7/16in. (20 x 24cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineMuseum purchase
DescriptionWorkmen, including one man that appears to be African American, posed at entrance to bridge and on superstructure. A sign on the scaffolding reads "Berlin Iron Bridge Co."
Object number1974.31.1.69
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