Camay Soap, Complimentary Size, from American Airlines, 1970-1979
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Artifact Overview
American Airlines was formed by a merger of several smaller carriers in 1930. Six years later, it became the first airline to operate the revolutionary Douglas DC-3. American Airlines began service to Europe after World War II and introduced its first transcontinental jets in 1959. By the 21st century, American Airlines served over 170 destinations in more than 40 countries.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Soap packaging
Date Made
1970-1979
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2012.88.130
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift from the Collection of Susan Strongman Fiems by Dennis Fiems.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Soap (Organic material)
Color
White (Color)
Red
Blue
Dimensions
Height: 1.25 in
Width: 2 in
Thickness: 0.25 in
Inscriptions
AA / American Airlines
Printed under outer wrapper: CAMAY
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