Pennant, "Gettysburg, Pa.," 1947

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Artifact Overview

After World War II, highways were flooded with family vacationers out to enjoy their new cars and all that America had to offer. Some families wanted to view the country's scenic beauty; others headed for places of historic importance. This 1947 pennant depicts the Jennie Wade House in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Wade was the only civilian killed during the Civil War's Battle of Gettysburg.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Pennant

Date Made

1947

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2014.4.29

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of John Margolies.

Material

Felt (Textile)

Color

Green
White (Color)
Yellow (Color)
Blue
Pink (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 5 in
Width: 11.25 in
Length: 0.063 in

Inscriptions

On front: 1947/ GETTYSBURG/ PA./ JENNIE WADE/ HOUSE