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2007.360.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
2007.360.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1976 Campaign Red Bowler Hat
2007.360.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
2007.360.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
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1976 Campaign Red Bowler Hat

Artifact ID2007.360.2
Object Type Hat, Campaign
Date ca. 1976
Medium fabric, plastic, paper, ink
DimensionsOverall H 5 1/4 in x W 9 1/2 in x D 11 1/2 in (13.3 cm x 24.1 cm x 29.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionA white paper band is wrapped around a red derby hat's crown. It displays a red, white, and blue silhouette of an elephant next to capital navy blue text.
Historical NoteThe Republican National Convention was held in Kansas City, MO from August 16 to 19, 1976. President Ford won on the first ballot, earning 1,187 votes against Governor Reagan's 1,070. This hat was worn during the convention.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public donated the item to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 2007.
Credit LineGift of Dr. Mark D. Griffith
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesCongressional, Presidential, and Gubernatorial Campaign Artifacts (74627951)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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