Jawana Jackson inside the Jackson Home, Selma, Alabama
THF727428 / Jawana Jackson inside the Jackson Home, Selma, Alabama
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Artifact Overview
Artifact Details
Artifact
Photographic print
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2023.50.0.144.35
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Dimensions
Height: 3.5 in
Width: 3.5 in
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