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Iconic Bob Keeshan screen-worn Captain Kangaroo red jacket from its debut in 1971. Keeshan's lovable character was dressed in a navy blue suit from the show's creation in 1955 until 1971, when he introduced the red jacket. Fire-engine red single-breasted jacket was custom made for Keeshan by John F. Kennedy's tailor, Chipp of New York & New Haven. Chipp label is sewn into an interior pocket and is typed ''Robert Keeshan / 4/16/71''. Features brass buttons, charcoal grey lining and white braided cord trim along the edges of lapels and pockets. Approximately size 40. Original right arm has been sewn back onto suit. Dulling to white trim and buttons, else near fine. Obtained directly from the Captain Kangaroo Estate.
Iconic Captain Kangaroo Screen-Worn Red Jacket From Its Debut Year -- 1971
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