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1983.128.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.128.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Horatio Alger Award
1983.128.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.128.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Horatio Alger Award

Artifact ID1983.128.1
Object Type Award
Artist
Date bust 1977, plaque 1983
Medium metal, wood
DimensionsOverall H 9 in x W 3 1/4 in x D 4 1/2 in (22.9 cm x 8.3 cm x 11.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionA bronze sculpture of a man's head is attached to a cubical black base. A square golden plaque, which displays horizontal engraved text, is affixed to the front.
Historical NoteSince 1947, the Horatio Alger Association has awarded the Horatio Alger Award to people who they believed became outstanding leaders despite enduring challenging life circumstances. President Gerald R. Ford received a Horatio Alder Award in 1983.Additional Details
Custodial History NotePresident Ford donated the item to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 1983.
Credit LineGift of President Gerald R. Ford
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesArtifacts Related to the Post-Presidential Life of Gerald R. Ford (620939)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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