1940 presidential nominee, Wendell Willkie again vied for the nomination, but when he lost the Wisconsin primary, the lack of support from the Republican Party became evident.

Presidential Balloting / 3rd Day of Convention (June 28, 1944) Bricker was nominated unanimously for the vice presidency.

Vice Presidential Balloting / 3rd Day of Convention (June 28, 1944) The 1944 Republican platform included a call for a Constitutional amendment establishing equal rights for women.

During the convention, Chicago's Billy Goat Tavern gained notoriety for posting a notice saying "No Republicans Allowed".

This caused Republican conventioneers to pack the place, demanding to be served, and led to increased publicity for the tavern.