William McKinley Presidential Campaign Tin Cup, 1896

Summary

In 1896, the Republicans nominated William McKinley for president. McKinley and the Republican Party advocated for the continued use of a stable, gold-backed dollar and protective tariffs to pull the country out of its economic depression. Supporters touted McKinley and his twin campaign themes of "Sound Money" and "Protection." It must have worked -- McKinley won.

In 1896, the Republicans nominated William McKinley for president. McKinley and the Republican Party advocated for the continued use of a stable, gold-backed dollar and protective tariffs to pull the country out of its economic depression. Supporters touted McKinley and his twin campaign themes of "Sound Money" and "Protection." It must have worked -- McKinley won.

Artifact

Cup

Date Made

1896

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

72.31.100

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Tin (Metal)

Dimensions

Diameter: 3.25 in

Height: 2.5 in

Inscriptions

front, above portrait of McKinley: VOTE FOR MCKINLEY & PROTECTION. front, below portrait of McKinley: A. FISCHER MFG. CO. HAMILTON, O.

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