1948 Republican National Convention

Held in Philadelphia, Captures Attention

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (June 21, 1948) - In a remarkable turn of events, Philadelphia has successfully hosted both the Republican and Democratic National Conventions, as well as the third-party convention of former Vice President Henry A. Wallace. The Republican National Convention, the 24th in the party's history, brought together 1,094 delegates at Convention Hall in West Philadelphia from June 21-25.

Anti-Monopoly and Small Business Focus

The convention focused heavily on supporting small businesses as the backbone of American enterprise. Delegates called for aggressive anti-monopoly action, the elimination of unnecessary controls, and protection against corporate domination.

Historic Venue

The Municipal Auditorium, where the Republican convention was held, played a pivotal role in the political landscape. It marked the first time that a city had hosted both major party conventions and a third-party convention.