William McKinley Campaign Stickpin, 1896
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In 1896, the Republicans nominated William McKinley for president. McKinley and the Republican Party advocated for the continued use of a stable, gold-backed dollar and protective tariffs to pull the country out of its economic depression. Supporters touted McKinley and his twin campaign themes of "Sound Money" and "Protection." It must have worked -- McKinley won.
In 1896, the Republicans nominated William McKinley for president. McKinley and the Republican Party advocated for the continued use of a stable, gold-backed dollar and protective tariffs to pull the country out of its economic depression. Supporters touted McKinley and his twin campaign themes of "Sound Money" and "Protection." It must have worked -- McKinley won.
Artifact
Stickpin
Date Made
1896
Keywords
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
69.145.95
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Brass (Alloy)
Enameled
Color
Gold (Color)
Blue
Dimensions
Height: 2.25 in
Width: 1 in
Inscriptions
"McKINLEY PROTECTION SOUND MONEY"/...