1964 Lincoln Convertible Presidential Motorcade Automobile, September 1964
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White House vehicles are custom-built to distinguish and protect the President of the United States. But sometimes, Secret Service agents have to adapt standard automobiles to fit their needs. Portable handrails and steps were mounted to this convertible before a motorcade. They allowed agents to ride along with a good view of their surroundings and close proximity in case of danger.
White House vehicles are custom-built to distinguish and protect the President of the United States. But sometimes, Secret Service agents have to adapt standard automobiles to fit their needs. Portable handrails and steps were mounted to this convertible before a motorcade. They allowed agents to ride along with a good view of their surroundings and close proximity in case of danger.
Artifact
Photographic print
Subject Date
28 September 1964
Creators
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2011.241.14.42
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Edward L. Gies in Memory of Morgan L. Gies.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 8.063 in
Width: 10 in
Inscriptions
Type-written caption affixed to back: September 28.1964 - White 1964 Lincoln convertible used by President Johnson. Notice the portable steps on the rear along with the portable handrails Stamped: Cecil W. Stoughton 400-38-WH64 Sep 28 1964
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