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Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Al Smith Campaign License Plate Attachment, 1928
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.

Al Smith Campaign License Plate Attachment, 1928

Artifact IDMO 2005.59
Object Type Plate, License
Maker
Date1928
Mediummetal, paint
Dimensionsoverall H 2 5/8 in x W 10 1/4 in (6.7 cm x 26 cm )
Physical DescriptionA pressed metal piece from the presidential campaign of Al Smith, intended for attachment to an automobile license plate or bumper. On a white background, bordered in blue, is embossed black and blue text that reads: BOOST / AL SMITH / FOR PRESIDENT.
Historical NoteNew York State Governor Alfred Smith was the Democratic Party’s unsuccessful presidential candidate in 1928.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteDonated to the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum by David F. Queen in 1988.
Credit LineGift of David F. Queen
National Archives Catalog CollectionFranklin D. Roosevelt Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 735948)
National Archives Catalog SeriesCampaign Memorabilia (National Archives Identifier 778819)
Use Restriction StatusUnrestrictedCopyrightReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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