Hallmark "The Proud and Brave" Christmas Ornament, 2006

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Artifact Overview

Already known for greeting cards, Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. The company's annual release of an increasing array of ornaments revolutionized Christmas decorating, appealing to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Christmas tree ornament

Date Made

2006

Creator Notes

Designed by John "Collin" Francis of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.101

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Metal
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: ARMY NAVY AIRFORCE / MARINE CORPS COASTGUARD / 2006 on back of ornament: DEDICATED / UNDIVIDED / STRONG AND FREE / WE STAND UNITED on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ARMY NAVY AIRFORCE / MARINE CORPS COASTGUARD / 2006 / The Proud and Brave / CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT DECORATION DES FETES on back of packaging: The Proud and Brave / Duty. Courage. Discipline. Honor above all. Watchwords of the proud and brave who heed their nation's call. We need to look no further for heroes strong and true than the forces who defend and serve the old "Red, White, and Blue." / John "Collin" Francis / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / For decorative use only. Not for children under 8. / [...] / METAL - DATED 2006 on proper right side of packaging: (C) 2006 Hallmark Licensing, Inc. / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QX2646