Automobile Instruction for Men and Women, circa 1924
THF627666 / Automobile Instruction for Men and Women, circa 1924 / item 1 front
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Artifact Overview
Driver education did not become a regular part of American high schools until the 1930s. Prior to that, young drivers -- or older first-time drivers -- could take instructional courses offered by automobile dealers or community organizations. This brochure advertised a course offered by a YMCA in New York City. Early courses often taught auto care and maintenance as well as driving.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Trade catalog
Date Made
circa 1924
Creators
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2021.0.1.56
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 8.875 in
Width: 3.875 in
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Related Content
SetDriver Education
- 21 Artifacts
Early driver education in the United States was loose and inconsistent. New drivers might learn from a car dealership, or from a civic organization like the YMCA. In the 1930s, driver education became a standard part of public high school instruction. Courses involved a blend of study behind the desk and practice behind the wheel. By the early 2000s, school budget concerns had shifted driver education back into the private sector.