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1983.136.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.136.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
American Legion 1973 Homecoming Plate
1983.136.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1983.136.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

American Legion 1973 Homecoming Plate

Artifact ID1983.136.1
Object Type Plate, Commemorative
Maker
Date ca. 1973
Medium pewter
DimensionsOverall Diam 11 in x D 3/4 in (1.9 cm x 27.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionA pewter plate features an incised star encircled by text.
Historical NoteThe item was sent by The American Legion, Department of Maryland to President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford in October 1973. The plate commemorates the Homecoming of Robert E. L. Eaton Sr., National Commander of the American Legion.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum received the item in 1983.
Credit LineGift of The American Legion
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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