Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Souvenir |
Catalog Number |
1986.88.354 |
Date |
1928 |
Dimensions |
H-2 W-3.5 D-4.75 inches |
Description |
This is a derby-style hat made of steel. It is from Al Smith's political campaign in 1928. |
Notes |
Democrat Al Smith of New York lost the 1928 presidential election to Republican Herbert Hoover, largely because of his religion (Roman Catholicism) and his opposition to prohibition. |
Collection |
Drexell R. Davis Collection |
Subjects |
Campaigns, Political Hats Souvenirs Political campaigns Political candidates Politicians |
Search Terms |
Presidential campaigns Presidential candidates Presidential election |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |