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New Heights World Record
Image Not Available for New Heights World Record

New Heights World Record

Creator Associated Press, German
DateJune 8, 1938
Mediumgelatin silver print
DimensionsOverall: 16.1 x 21.5 cm (6 5/16 x 8 7/16 in.)
Credit LineAnonymous Gift, 2002
Category
    Object number2002/373
    LocationNot currently on display

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