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Cotton Bowl autographed cowboy hat, 1940 January 1

 File — Box: 25

Scope and Contents

One western-style hat signed by players of the 1940 Cotton Bowl team for Boston College. Lou Montgomery, Boston College's star halfback and first Black player, did not sign, as he was benched due to segregation policies. The game was played in Dallas, Texas, against Clemson University. Clemson won, 6-3.

Dates

  • Creation: 1940 January 1

Creator

Access Note

Collection is open for research.

Full Extent

From the Series: 13 Linear Feet (9 containers)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository

Contact:
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
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Chestnut Hill MA 02467 USA
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