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Historic Photos of Gainesville

Historic Photos of Gainesville

Steve Rajtar

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Editorial:
Turner Publishing Company
Año de edición:
2008
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Fotografía y fotógrafos
ISBN:
9781684420094

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This handsome book chronicles the 1906 founding of the University of Florida and includes rare photos of its rise from modest beginnings to one of the nation’s largest universities and leading research facilities. Historic Photos of Gainesville draws from an extensive collection of rare images, revealing how a once quaint southern town became a modern-day city rich with history and educational opportunity. Archiving the growth of this vibrant community, Historic Photos of Gainesville is a must-have for area residents and historians alike.

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