The Case:
Have we found the original costume that launched Ronald McDonald?
The label credits a well-known costume designer, and the costume looks similar to the suit we see in an early Ronald McDonald commercial: the yellow balloon coverall, red and white striped shirt and long stockings, and red oversized shoes.
But there are also some curious differences.
History Detectives consults with a food and social historian, meets McDonald’s first Chief Marketing Officer, and finally speaks with the widow of one of the first Ronald McDonald clowns.
Related Content
Video:
Explore
-
Also in Season 9
Japanese Carved Cane
What can the message on this cane expose about life behind barbed wire in World War II America?
-
Also in Vietnam Era: 1960-1980
Beatles Autographs
Are these genuine Beatles signatures?
-
Also in Season 9
Spanish Civil War Eulogy
What can this faded document tell about a US volunteer fighting in another country’s civil war?
-
Also with Elyse Luray
Poison Pin
Are these prototypes for poison suicide pins carried by spy plane pilots during the Cold War?
-
Also with Elyse Luray
Pebble in the Sand
Is this rock found on a beach a link to an ancient civilization or just another pebble in the sand?
-
Also with Elyse Luray
Star Spangled Banner
Is this the first official copy of the national anthem?
Comments
This is a place for opinions, comments, questions and discussion; a place where viewers of History Detectives can express their points of view and connect with others who value history. We ask that posters be polite and respectful of all opinions. History Detectives reserves the right to delete comments that don’t conform to this conduct. We will not respond to every post, but will do our best to answer specific questions, or address an error.