"End Witch Hunts, Abolish HUAC," circa 1960

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Artifact Overview

These poster stamps -- small postage stamp-sized labels -- called for the abolition of the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC). From 1938 to 1975, the committee was responsible for investigating alleged subversive activities by communists and fascists. The HUAC's tactics were often associated with political repression and unjust persecution, in what many called witch hunts reminiscent of the Salem Witch Trials.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Poster stamp

Date Made

circa 1960

Subject Date

circa 1960

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

99.109.71

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Printing (Process)

Color

Orange (Color)
Black (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 9.75 in
Width: 6.25 in

"End Witch Hunts, Abolish HUAC," circa 1960