American Automobile Association, "A Story of Service," 1957
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The American Automobile Association (AAA) was formed in 1902 to lobby for drivers' rights and promote safe vehicles and roads. As Americans' passion for driving grew, the organization expanded its services to include roadside assistance and trip planning. By the late 1950s, seven million members had joined more than 750 affiliated branches. AAA recounted its history and public service accomplishments in this 1957 brochure.
The American Automobile Association (AAA) was formed in 1902 to lobby for drivers' rights and promote safe vehicles and roads. As Americans' passion for driving grew, the organization expanded its services to include roadside assistance and trip planning. By the late 1950s, seven million members had joined more than 750 affiliated branches. AAA recounted its history and public service accomplishments in this 1957 brochure.
Artifact
Brochure
Date Made
1957
Subject Date
1957
Creators
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
87.135.622
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Automobile Club of Michigan.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Lithography
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 6.25 in
Width: 3.688 in
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