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Object Description
Object Number
2016.97.7
Title
Bumper Sticker, Re-elect the Dike-Bomber?, 1972
Date
Second Half 20th C.
Description
Bumper Sticker, Re-elect the Dike-Bomber?, 1972. Political bumper sticker with red and blue text over a white background, "Re-elect the / Dike-Bomber?" Wax paper backing present.
History
Bumper sticker bearing oppositional message to Richard Nixon's (1913-1994) presidential re-election campaign in 1972. Message refers to Nixon's desire to bomb the dikes and dams along the Red River in Vietnam, which was intended to flood the area and cause massive destruction and loss of life.
Dimensions
Height
, 3.75 in
Width
, 12.875 in
Subject Terms
Bumper stickers.
Presidents -- United States -- Election -- 1972
Advertising, Political.
Credit Line
Gift of John R. Nelson
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