United States Bicentennial Flag, circa 1976
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The American Revolution Bicentennial Commission evaluated graphic design proposals for an official logo for America's two-hundredth anniversary of independence. Bruce Blackburn submitted the winning design -- a traditional five-pointed star wrapped in modern red, white, and blue "bunting." The symbol appeared on souvenirs, postage stamps, and flags flown at government buildings around the country.
The American Revolution Bicentennial Commission evaluated graphic design proposals for an official logo for America's two-hundredth anniversary of independence. Bruce Blackburn submitted the winning design -- a traditional five-pointed star wrapped in modern red, white, and blue "bunting." The symbol appeared on souvenirs, postage stamps, and flags flown at government buildings around the country.
Artifact
Flag
Date Made
circa 1976
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2003.0.12.17
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Nylon
Color
Red
White (Color)
Blue
Gold (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 48 in
Width: 69 in
Inscriptions
on front: AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976
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