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1981.128.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1981.128.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Gerald R. Ford's Boy Scout Sash
1981.128.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1981.128.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
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Gerald R. Ford's Boy Scout Sash

Artifact ID1981.128.2
Object Type Award
Maker
Date before 1930
Medium twill, thread
DimensionsOverall H 30 in x W 4 in (76.2 cm x 10.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionA brown sash features 26 round colorful embroidered merit badges and two rank advancement badges.
Historical NoteThis sash was used by Gerald R. Ford when he was in the Boy Scouts. It features twenty-six embroidered merit badges and two rank advancements.Additional Details
Custodial History NotePresident Ford donated the item to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 1981.
Credit LineGift of President Gerald R. Ford
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesArtifacts Relating to the Family of Gerald and Betty Ford (74627970)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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