Historical Society of Southern California Collection—California Centennials Commission, Southern California Division, Collection of Photographs 1948-1950

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Historical Society of Southern California Collection—California Centennials Commission, Southern California Division, Collection of Photographs 1948-1950

The collection consists of 424 black and white photographs that document the activities of the Southern California Division of the California Centennials Commission during the years 1948 to 1950. The photographs document events developed by the Division to commemorate California's centennial.

1.42 linear ft.,; 2 boxes

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SNAC Resource ID: 6659801

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