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Material Information
- Title:
- Presentation to Danish Ambassador (1960s)
- Creator:
- Maloon
- Publication Date:
- 1960
Notes
- Abstract:
- Governor Ralph M. Paiewonsky presenting a framed print of Fort Christian or "Christian's Fort," to the visiting Danish Ambassador. The fort was the first modern stone building constructed by the Danes. It has served as a residence, a court and a prison, over the years. The red wooden kiosk, served the sentinel against harsh winds and rain. The iron cast street lamp sports a Danish Crown at its base.
- General Note:
- Item was digitized and contributed to the collaborative Digital Library of the Caribbean by the University of the Virgin Islands.
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