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1987.546; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.546; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Help Win License Plate
1987.546; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.546; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
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Help Win License Plate

Artifact ID1987.546
Object Type Plate, License
Gifter
Maker
Date ca. 1945
Medium metal, paint
DimensionsOverall H 4 1/2 in x W 10 in (11.4 cm x 25.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionA blue and gold license plate displays an American flag and two lines of white text outlined in red.
Historical NoteMrs. Oscar Haessler gifted this item to President Ford in 1974. Although the victory license plate is from World War II, the donor noted that “HELP WIN” could stand for “Hope Everyone Lowers Prices" and "Whip Inflation Now”, the name of Ford's campaign designed to combat high inflation.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 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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