Collection Highlights
The Surrender of Cornwallis at Yorktown
Date:
Object Number:
PR.068.34
Medium:
Paper, engraving
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Pin-back button
Object Number:
2001.55
Date:
1976
Medium:
Metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 1/2 in. ( 3.8 cm )
Description:
Circular metal pin-back button "WALLACE"; orange, purple, green and white.
Gallery Label:
George C. Wallace ran for the Presidency four times unsuccessfully. In his final attempt in 1976 he lost the Democratic primary to Jimmy Carter.
Credit Line:
Gift of David Klotz
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
