"Robert Francis Kennedy Memorial Edition," 1968
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Artifact Overview
In early June 1968, Democratic Presidential candidate Robert "Bobby" Kennedy was shot and mortally wounded after winning the California primary. Many Americans had pinned their hopes on the brother of assassinated President John Kennedy to restore faith in a country seemingly slipping into social and political turmoil. After the tragic event, newspapers and magazines produced memorial issues documenting the life of the slain leader.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Book
Date Made
1968
Creators
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2018.8.5
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Mike and Darlene Cook.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 8.125 in
Width: 10.75 in
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