Print of Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglass, and Booker T. Washington, "Onward," 1903
THF731245 / Print of Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglass, and Booker T. Washington, "Onward," 1903
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Artifact Overview
This poster depicts three leading Americans who advanced African-American life at the turn of the 20th century. Frederick Douglass challenged slavery and worked for its abolition. President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation to preserve the Union by declaring freedom to slaves in rebel states. Booker T. Washington, leader of the Tuskegee Institute, promoted African-American rights through education and industry.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Poster
Date Made
1903
Subject Date
1903
Creators
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
89.201.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Linen (Material)
Technique
Photomechanical processes
Printing (Process)
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 20 in
Width: 16 in
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