Tuskegee Institute Football Pennant, 1920-1950
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College football grew in popularity during the first half of the 20th century. A safer game and a festive game-day atmosphere lured spectators to newly built stadiums. College football also had a ready fan base. Students, faculty, and alumni joined local community boosters in the stands to root for their home team. Souvenirs, like this pennant, allowed supportive fans to identify with their team.
College football grew in popularity during the first half of the 20th century. A safer game and a festive game-day atmosphere lured spectators to newly built stadiums. College football also had a ready fan base. Students, faculty, and alumni joined local community boosters in the stands to root for their home team. Souvenirs, like this pennant, allowed supportive fans to identify with their team.
Artifact
Pennant
Date Made
1920-1950
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2014.4.38
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of John Margolies.
Material
Felt (Textile)
Color
Red
Yellow (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 11.5 in
Width: 25.25 in
Length: 0.063 in
Inscriptions
On front: TUSKEGEE
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