Vintage Forsyth Dem William Jennings Bryan Political Campaign Pinback Button

When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.

Vintage Forsyth Dem William Jennings Bryan Political Campaign Pinback Button:
$146.49

Offered here is a 7/8” vintage celluloid Democratic political pinback button with portrait of William Jennings Bryan: Forsyth Democratic Club. It has its original back paper.

William Jennings Bryan(March 19, 1860– July 26, 1925) was a leading American politician from the 1890s until his death. He was a dominant force in the populist wing of theDemocratic Party, standing three times as its candidate for President of the United States(1896, 1900 and 1908). He served two terms as a member of theUnited States House of RepresentativesfromNebraskaand was the 41stUnited States Secretary of Stateunder PresidentWoodrow Wilson(1913–1915), taking a pacifist position on the World War. Bryan with his deep, commanding voice and wide travels, was one of the best known orators and lecturers of the era. Because of his faith in the wisdom of the common people, he was called \"The Great Commoner.\"

In the intensely fought1896and1900 elections, he was defeated byWilliam McKinleybut retained control of theDemocratic Party. With over 500 speeches in 1896, Bryan invented the nationalstumping tour, in an era when other presidential candidates stayed home.

All my items are guaranteed original. I do not believe in owning or selling reproductions. Please look at my other political items listed on . Good Luck!!

Remember collectibles will have some age. They are sold as is; if you have any questions, please e-mail me prior to offerding.

Worldwide buyers are welcome. Remember that items are shipped USPS International Mail and once they leave the U.S., they become part of the buyer\'s postal service.