The “Peanuts” Gang: From Comic Strip to Popular Culture
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“Peanuts” began as a simple comic strip in 1950, but it has come to pervade mass culture through merchandising, advertising, and media. Its continuing appeal can be attributed to Charles Schulz’s endearing characters and their relatable stories.
"Peanuts" Lunchbox, 1966
Snoopy-in-the-Music-Box, circa 1975
Snoopy & Woodstock Telephone, 1976
"A Charlie Brown Christmas" Sound Recording and Book, 1977
Record Album, Soundtrack of the Television Special, "A Charlie Brown Christmas," circa 1965
Christmas Card, "Hope You're Headed for Your Merriest Christmas Ever," 1969
McDonald's Peanuts Happy Meal Toys, 1990
"Easiest Car in the World to Own - Ford Falcon" Ford Motor Company Advertising Proof, 1960
"Easiest Car in the World to Own - Ford Falcon" Ford Motor Company Advertising Proof, 1960 - 2
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View Artifact"Easiest Car in the World to Own - Ford Falcon" Ford Motor Company Advertising Proof, 1960 - 1
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View ArtifactIllustration of Peanuts Characters for 1964 Ford Falcon Advertising Campaign, 1963
Illustration of Peanuts Characters for 1964 Ford Falcon Advertising Campaign, 1963 - 1
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View ArtifactIllustration of Peanuts Characters for 1964 Ford Falcon Advertising Campaign, 1963 - 2
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View ArtifactIllustration of Peanuts Characters for 1964 Ford Falcon Advertising Campaign, 1963 - 3
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View ArtifactIllustration of Peanuts Characters for 1964 Ford Falcon Advertising Campaign, 1963 - 4
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View ArtifactIllustration of Peanuts Character for 1964 Ford Falcon Advertising Campaign, 1963
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View ArtifactIllustration of Peanuts Characters for 1964 Ford Falcon Advertising Campaign, 1963 - 5
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View ArtifactIllustration of Peanuts Characters for 1964 Ford Falcon Advertising Campaign, 1963 - 6
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