Lincoln and Hamlin Election Banner

Lincoln Home National Historic Site, National Park Service
Springfield, IL, United States

Hand-sewn political banner for 1860 campaign resembling US flag.

Campaign materials take many forms and frequently feature patriotic symbols. This 1860 campaign flag resembles a reversed U.S. flag and features the words, “Lincoln and Hamlin.” on the stripes.

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Title: Lincoln and Hamlin Election Banner
Contributor: Lincoln Home National Historic Site, National Park Service
Original Source: http://www.nps.gov/museum/exhibits/liho/exb/presidency/Politician/LIHO7259_banner.html
Source: Lincoln Home National Historic Site
National Park Service Catalog Number: LIHO 7259
Measurements: Cotton
Materials: H 196.85, W 109.22 cm
Date: 1860

Lincoln Home National Historic Site, National Park Service

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