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1983.317; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.317; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1978 Rose Bowl Game Football
1983.317; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.317; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

1978 Rose Bowl Game Football

Artifact ID1983.317
Object Type Football
Maker
Date ca. 1978
Medium leather, paint, ink, cotton, rubber
DimensionsOverall Diam 11 in (27.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionA brown football displays white stripes, black stitches, and white laces.
Historical NoteThis football is from the 1978 Rose Bowl, where the University of Washington Huskies, led by quarterback Warren Moon, thwarted a furious second half comeback of the University of Michigan Wolverines, led by quarterback Rick Leach. The Huskies defeated the Wolverines 27-20. President Ford served as the Grand Marshal of the 1978 Tournament of Roses parade.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteReceived at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum circa 1980s.
Credit LineDonor unknown
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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