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1988.294; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1988.294; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
George Allen Autographed Football
1988.294; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1988.294; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

George Allen Autographed Football

Artifact ID1988.294
Object Type Football
Gifter
Maker (founded 1914)
Date ca. 1977
Medium leather, paint, cotton, rubber
DimensionsOverall Diam 11 in (27.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionA brown football displays black stitches, white laces, and an NFL team coach's autograph in black ink.
Historical NoteGeorge Allen, head coach of the Washington Redskins (renamed the Washington Commanders in 2020), gifted this football to President Gerald R. Ford in 1977.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in September 1981 for deposit with the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum.
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesPublic Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74639696)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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