Postal Service Uniform, 1955-1965
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This United States Postal Service uniform was instantly recognizable to patrons anticipating mail. It implies that the wearer is a trustworthy government employee. Designed for comfort and function, the uniform consists of an "Eisenhower jacket" -- adopted by carriers in 1953 -- and matching trousers. Herbert Temple Goltry of Allen Park, Michigan, wore this uniform as a U. S. postal carrier.
This United States Postal Service uniform was instantly recognizable to patrons anticipating mail. It implies that the wearer is a trustworthy government employee. Designed for comfort and function, the uniform consists of an "Eisenhower jacket" -- adopted by carriers in 1953 -- and matching trousers. Herbert Temple Goltry of Allen Park, Michigan, wore this uniform as a U. S. postal carrier.
Artifact
Uniform
Date Made
1955-1965
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Collections Platform
Object ID
2012.36.16
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Wool (Textile)
Cotton (Textile)
Leather
Color
Gray (Color)
Blue
Dimensions
Height: 28.5 in (jacket )
Width: 25 in (jacket; underarms)
Height: 41.5 in (pants)
Width: 18 in (pants, waistband folded)
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