From time to time The Lens of History receives common questions and requests. Here are some of those common questions with answers. If you do not find your question or the answer you were looking for, please email [email protected] and submit your question or request and we will be happy to reply!
May I copy images from The Lens of History website?
No, not without expressed written permission from John T. Pregler. All images used on this website are RESTRICTED-USE digital images taken with a camera by John T. Pregler since 2017 of artifacts he owns, unless cited otherwise.
Older images in the “public domain” are represented by modern digital photographs that are covered by copyright law and are the exclusive property of John T. Pregler for use on The Lens of History and may not be copied, reproduced, or used for any reason without the expressed written consent of John T. Pregler. For permission to use images from this website, please send a written request via email to [email protected].
May I reference information from The Lens of History website?
Information from The Lens of History is copyrighted and may be referenced and/or linked in accordance with good manners, prior permission and in keeping with current copyright laws.
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Do you accept offers to speak or lecture on content contained on The Lens of History website?
Yes. If you are interest in having a topic discussed in front of your club, group, organization, or event, you may inquire by submitting a message via email at [email protected]. Please provide your phone number and we will contact you to discuss.
Who operates The Lens of History website?
The Lens of History is the creation of John T. Pregler of Dubuque, Iowa. All articles, stories and posts are authored by Mr. Pregler unless otherwise noted. Please see the About page for more information on John T. Pregler or message him at [email protected].
How can I obtain a copy of John T. Pregler’s book Historic Tales of Old Dubuque?
Historic Tales of Old Dubuque can be found at River Light Books, Books-a-Million (BAM), or Barnes & Noble in Dubuque, Iowa, or by searching online.