William Howard Taft Campaign Pin, 1908
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William Howard Taft was President Theodore Roosevelt's hand-picked successor for the 1908 presidential election--as implied by the open-armed Teddy Bear on this campaign pin. Although Roosevelt's backing helped Taft win the election, Taft became increasingly conservative and lacked Roosevelt's energy, personal magnetism, and public support. Roosevelt's disenchantment with Taft encouraged him to oppose him in the 1912 election.
William Howard Taft was President Theodore Roosevelt's hand-picked successor for the 1908 presidential election--as implied by the open-armed Teddy Bear on this campaign pin. Although Roosevelt's backing helped Taft win the election, Taft became increasingly conservative and lacked Roosevelt's energy, personal magnetism, and public support. Roosevelt's disenchantment with Taft encouraged him to oppose him in the 1912 election.
Artifact
Lapel pin
Date Made
1908
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
72.31.318
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Brass (Alloy)
Cardboard
Color
Gold (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 2.75 in
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