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Collection: Cornell University Political Americana Collection

ID Number: 2214.WA0051

Title: Eisenhower "Support Ike" Suspenders

Date Made: 1952-1956

Party: Republican

Item Count: 1

Classification: Textiles; Costume

Object Type: Suspenders (Garment supports)

Measurements: Suspenders: 40 in.; 101.6 cm

Materials & Techniques: Leather; Copper alloy; Textile

Notes: Suspenders consist of red elastic bands with leather and copper alloy fittings. Two leather components bear the inscription "Support Ike". Metal clips include the maker information "Police Brace". Item is undated but likely derives from the 1952 or 1956 Presidential campaign.

Subjects: Promotional materials; Eisenhower, Dwight D.; Politics; Policemen

Repository: Susan H. Douglas Political Americana Collection, #2214?Rare & Manuscript Collections?Cornell University Library?Cornell University

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