Pennant, "Gettysburg, Pa.," 1947
THF238547 / 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
Collection Title
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
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