Men's Sneakers, 1957-1962
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Artifact Overview
Canvas shoes with rubber soles called sneakers gained popularity after World War II. Sports participation (particularly in basketball) was growing, and a distinct youth culture was emerging as a commercial force. Manufacturers began marketing sneakers to this new market in the 1950s. These Red Ball Jets made by Ball-Band were one option for teenage athletes or trendsetters.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Sneakers
Date Made
1957-1962
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2008.145.29
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Randolph C. and Nancy M. Carey.
Material
Canvas
Rubber (Material)
Color
Black (Color)
White (Color)
Inscriptions
End of box: Mens / BLACK / MADE IN U.S.A. / OUTSOLE DESIGN / PATENT 3,018,571 / SM 620 M 11 1/2 M
End of box: [compass marked NSEW] [centered] 360
Ends of box top: [circle] RED / BALL / [outside of circle] FINE FOOTWEAR
Box top: MISHAWAKA RUBBER COMPANY, INC., MISHAWAKA, INDIANA
Red / Ball
THREE SIXTY / by BALL-BAND / FULL 360 [degree symbol] GRIPPING ACTION FOR SAFER FOOTING ASHORE OR AFLOAT [compass marked NSEW] [centered] 360
Backs: FIRST QUALITY / BALL BAND / TRADE / MARK
Insoles: RED BALL/ CUSHION ARCH / 360 / CUSHION HEEL
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