Trade Card for Gail Borden Eagle Brand Condensed Milk, New York Condensed Milk Co., 1891
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Artifact Overview
Feeding infants tainted cow's milk was a common cause of infant mortality. In 1856, Gail Borden introduced Eagle Brand Condensed Milk to combat this. This product became so popular for soldiers during the Civil War that, by the end of the war, it had gained a reputation for being safe, wholesome, and nourishing -- a trusted food for infants.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Trade card
Date Made
1891
Subject Date
circa 1891
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
89.0.541.1575
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Lithography
Printing (Process)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 5.25 in
Width: 3.375 in
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