Foundation Work
Minnesota State Capitol, Early Stage of Construction, June 15, 1896
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The photographs on this page show the construction of the basement and foundation portions of the Capitol. Note the presence of hoists, marble blocks, and other equipment used in the construction.
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Minnesota State Capitol, Basement work, July 1, 1896
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Minnesota State Capitol, Foundation work, West End, August 31, 1896
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Minnesota State Capitol, Foundation work, West End, August 31, 1896
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Stone workers shaping and setting stone blocks, August 31, 1896, Minnesota State Capitol, SE Corner of the Foundation
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Minnesota State Capitol, NW Corner, Foundation Work, August 31, 1896
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Minnesota State Capitol, Iron framework, October 1, 1900
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