Pennant, "Pennsylvania Turnpike," 1940-1965
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After World War II, highways were flooded with family vacationers out to enjoy their new cars and all that America had to offer. Turnpikes and thruways -- limited access toll roads for high-speed traffic -- made their trips easier. This souvenir felt pennant depicts scenes travelers experienced while wending their way along the Pennsylvania Turnpike.
After World War II, highways were flooded with family vacationers out to enjoy their new cars and all that America had to offer. Turnpikes and thruways -- limited access toll roads for high-speed traffic -- made their trips easier. This souvenir felt pennant depicts scenes travelers experienced while wending their way along the Pennsylvania Turnpike.
Artifact
Pennant
Date Made
1940-1965
Creators
Unknown
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2014.4.43
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of John Margolies.
Material
Felt (Textile)
Color
Purple
White (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 9 in
Width: 26.5 in
Length: 0.063 in
Inscriptions
On front: PENNSYLVANIA TURNPIKE
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