Ford Motor Pipe Band, June 24, 1947
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The Ford Motor Company sponsored a number of employee bands. In 1932, workers formed the Ford Pipe Band. This group of accomplished pipers and drummers competed throughout the US and Canada winning numerous awards. They disbanded during the Second World War, but reorganized in the late 1940s with several former members. The Ford Motor Pipe Band, seen here, continued to perform at parades, events and competitions.
The Ford Motor Company sponsored a number of employee bands. In 1932, workers formed the Ford Pipe Band. This group of accomplished pipers and drummers competed throughout the US and Canada winning numerous awards. They disbanded during the Second World War, but reorganized in the late 1940s with several former members. The Ford Motor Pipe Band, seen here, continued to perform at parades, events and competitions.
Artifact
Photographic print
Date Made
24 June 1947
Subject Date
24 June 1947
Keywords
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
P.833.84374.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Linen (Material)
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 8.25 in
Width: 11 in
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