Abraham Lincoln Campaign Button
Association
Abraham Lincoln
(1809 Hodgenville, Kentucky - 1865 Washington, District of Columbia)
Date1864
Mediumbrass, tintype
Dimensions1/8 × 1 in. (0.3 × 2.5 cm)
ClassificationsClothing, Costume, & Accessories
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Joseph and Linda McDonald
Object numberPC1989.78.15
DescriptionThis brass tintype Lincoln-Johnson campaign pin has two sides. One side showcases a tintype portrait of Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865), with the words "ABRAHAM LINCOLN" at the top and "FOR PRESIDENT" at the bottom. Around the picture, there is further brass detailing with various symbols, including stars and foliage. Conversely, the other side uses the same formatting, highlighting Lincoln's running mate, Andrew Johnson (1808-1875). The words "FOR VICE PRESIDENT" are at the top, followed by "ANDREW JOHNSON" at the bottom. In the center is a space, likely where a tintype portrait of Andrew Johnson once was and has gradually been erased over time. Lincoln and Johnson had won the 1864 election, making Abraham Lincoln the first Northern president to have won re-election. The 1864 election also impacted the Southwest region by encouraging Union loyalty. Due to this election, New Mexico, in particular, continued to have federal investment in military infrastructure for defense against the Confederacy, establishing lasting economic and political structures in the territory.On View
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