ROBERT KENNEDY 1968 RALLY CONCERT POSTER.
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Winning Bid:
$222.58 (Includes 18% Buyer's Premium)
Bids:
13
Bidding Ended:
Monday, May 15, 2023 9:00:00 PM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Monday, May 15, 2023 9:00:00 PM)
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Auction:
Session I May 2023 Political
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Item Description
11x17" thin cardboard poster for May 24, 1968 campaign concert which took place at the LA Sports Arena in Los Angeles, CA. The concert took place just four days prior to the shocking loss of the May 28 Oregon primary to Eugene McCarthy that set the stage for the crucial California primary on June 4. The latter was won by Robert Kennedy but ended in tragedy on the following day when he was fatally shot exiting the hotel after his victory speech. The concert featured The Byrds, Sonny & Cher, Mahalia Jackson, Roosevelt Grier and others as well as appearances by Shirley MacLaine, Gene Kelly and Jerry Lewis. Poster design by Mortimer features three images of RFK w/psychedelic lettering including "SRO" which stands for "Standing Room Only." Tickets were available on campuses for "Students For Kennedy" or at "Kennedy For President" headquarters. Only light surface/edge wear and handling. Vibrant coloration. Exc.
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