Miles

Date1949

Mediummetal

Dimensions1/4 × 7/8 in. (0.6 × 2.2 cm)

ClassificationsDocumentary Artifact

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of David H. Kelsey

Object numberPC2006.13.195

DescriptionThis political campaign pin features a black and white portrait of a politician with the word "MILES" curved around the bottom of the circular pin. This campaign pin is for John Esten Miles's (July 28, 1884 – October 7, 1971) successful election to become a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New Mexico's first district between 1949 and 1951. Earlier, he had served as the twelfth governor of New Mexico between 1939 and 1943. This pin represents an important piece of political memorabilia, reflecting aspirations and the broader support for his leadership within New Mexico and beyond.

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