wnp27.7592

North Beach Aerial

January 1, 1925

Aerial view looking southwest from biplane above North Beach toward Russian Hill. Washington Square, Ss. Peter & Paul Church and North Beach Playground at center. Golden Gate Park at upper right.

Location

400 Chestnut St, 94133

North Beach

Keywords

Artifact

Date Added: August 11, 2020
Contributor: Courtesy of a Private Collector

Rights

Downloadable: Yes

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