Franklin D. Roosevelt Campaign Button, 1932-1944

THF157464 / Franklin D. Roosevelt Campaign Button, 1932-1944
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Artifact Overview

Franklin Delano Roosevelt won an unprecedented four presidential elections. Elected in 1932, during the depths of the Great Depression, Roosevelt served until his death in 1945 near the end of World War II. His leadership gave Americans hope and confidence to face domestic hardships and to conquer foreign foes. Many voters adored Roosevelt and remained lifelong Democrats.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Button (Information artifact)

Date Made

1932-1944

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2002.0.25.18

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Celluloid (Cellulosic)
Paper (Fiber product)
Metal

Color

Blue
White (Color)

Dimensions

Diameter: 1.188 in

Inscriptions

Front: ROOSEVELT
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