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Pinback button for the 1963 Freedom March, 1963. Creator: Unknown
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Pinback button for the 1963 Freedom March, 1963. Creator: Unknown
The purpose of the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom was to advocate for the civil and economic rights of African Americans. A white button with black text. A horizontal line runs across the bottom third of the button face separating text. Around the upper two-thirds of the button is text in an arc framing the text centered below. The text reads: [WASHINGTON D. C. FREEDOM MARCH / AUG. 28, 1963 / UNITED CIVIL RIGHTS / ORGANIZATIONS OF / AMERICA / FOR FREEDOM / " ALL, HERE AND NOW" ]. On the reverse is a rectangular, white sticker with penned text [rare / 4783] and a pin without a fastener
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This powerful print captures a pinback button from the historic 1963 Freedom March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. The purpose of this momentous event was to advocate for the civil and economic rights of African Americans in the United States. The button itself is a simple yet impactful design, featuring white text against a black background. A horizontal line divides the bottom third of the button face, separating the text. The upper two-thirds of the button form an arc, framing the centered text below. This text proudly declares: "WASHINGTON D. C. FREEDOM MARCH / AUG. 28,1963 / UNITED CIVIL RIGHTS / ORGANIZATIONS OF / AMERICA / FOR FREEDOM / 'ALL, HERE AND NOW'". These words encapsulate both unity and urgency in their call for equality. On its reverse side, there is a rectangular white sticker with handwritten text that reads "rare" followed by "4783". Additionally, it features a pin without a fastener attached to it. This artifact represents not only an important piece of American history but also serves as a symbol of activism and progress during one of our nation's most significant eras. Preserved within the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), this pinback button stands as a testament to those who fought tirelessly for freedom and equal rights in America during the turbulent times of racial inequality in mid-20th century society.
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