G.I. Joe Footlocker, 1965-1975

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Artifact Overview

G.I. Joe and Barbie had something in common: they each came with an array of clothing and accessories designed to increase parents' spending. But instead of party dresses and sports cars, Joe had uniforms, jeeps, weapons, canteens, gas masks, and binoculars.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Toy (Recreational artifact)

Date Made

1965-1975

Creators

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

91.301.3

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Wood (Plant material)
Plastic
Metal
Cloth

Color

Green

Dimensions

Height: 13.5 in
Width: 6.5 in
Length: 4.75 in

Inscriptions

on lid: GI JOE / NAME / RANK / SERIAL NO.
G.I. Joe Footlocker, 1965-1975