Campaign Ribbon for Senator John F. Kennedy for Vice President
Artifact IDMO 93.53.2
Object Type
Badge, Campaign
Date
1956
Medium
Silk
DimensionsOverall H 9 1/4 in x W 2 3/4 in (23.5 cm x 7 cm )
Physical DescriptionWhite silk campaign ribbon with blue lettering: "New England presents Senator Kennedy for Vice President"
Historical NoteIn the 1956 Democratic National Convention, John F. Kennedy was a contender for the vice presidential nomination, ultimately losing to Estes Kefauver. While not an active candidate, Kennedy's name was placed in nomination, and he garnered significant support, particularly from the Massachusetts, Missouri, Ohio, Michigan, and New Jersey delegations. The vice presidential nomination required multiple ballots, and Kennedy's performance on the ballot helped elevate his national profile, positioning him for a future presidential bid. Losing the vice presidential nomination to Kefauver, Kennedy avoided being associated with a likely defeat to Eisenhower in the general election, which ultimately paved the way for his presidential run in 1960.
Additional DetailsCustodial History NotePrevious custodial history for this item is unknown
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesPolitical Memorabilia (National Archives Identifier 1677287)
Use Restriction StatusUnrestrictedUse Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.In Collection(s)
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