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Wolf's Den, Pomfret
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions: (height x width) 3 1/2 × 5 1/2in. (8.9 × 14cm)
Credit LineGift of Nadia Steinzor
DescriptionPostcard depicting the historic Israel Putnam Wolf Den, a natural fissure in an outcropping of grey gneiss ledge, where in 1742, Israel Putnam shot and killed Connecticut's last known wolf. The rock formation occupies the middleground of the image with trees in the background.
Object number2019.31.6
InscribedPrinted in white on front: "WOLF'S DEN-POMFRET, PUTNAM, CONN." Printed in brown on back: "POST CARD/ This side for Correspondence. This side for Address."
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