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Object number2013.12.1

Dateafter 1967

MediumCanvas; Wood; Metal; Nylon; Electrical tape

Credit LineGift of James Kubus

DescriptionPittsburgh Hornets Calder Cup championship banner.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth: 128 × 71.5 × 1.125 in. (325.1 × 181.6 × 2.9 cm)
InscriptionsBoth sides have text at top "AMERICAN HOCKEY LEAGUE / CHAMPIONS / PITTSBURGH / Hornets" and at bottom "1951-1952 1954-1955 / CALDER CUP / 1966-1967".
MarksReverse has navy blue maker label sewn into the bottom left corner featuring white embroidered text "Signature Flags / (724) 266-1133".
Historical NotesThis banner hung in Civic Arena to commemorate the championships won by the the Pittsburgh Hornets. The Pittsburgh Hornets were among the most successful teams in the American Hockey League in the mid-20th century. They played their first game in 1936, and won three Calder Cup championships over 26 seasons.

Related institution Pittsburgh Hornets

Related institution American Hockey League

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