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1993.31.78

ID Number: 1993.31.78
Category: Structures
Sub-category: building component
Item Name: tile
Date: 1963 - 1993
Materials: metal;steel
Measurements: overall: 121.5 cm x 260 cm
Description: one large steel tile with two United States flags crossed and "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" across the top
History: Used to mark the border between Canada and the United States in the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel, that runs underneath the Detroit River. The Tunnel was opened November 3, 1930. This tile was used to replace the original enamel tiles post 1967.
Collection Name: Museum Windsor
Subject (Fre): Y

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