| Miss America 1943 | |
|---|---|
 Bartel as Miss America 1943 | |
| Date | September 11, 1943 |
| Presenters | Bob Russell |
| Venue | Warner Theater, Atlantic City, New Jersey |
| Entrants | 33 |
| Placements | 10 |
| Winner | Jean Bartel California |
Miss America 1943, the 17th Miss America pageant, was held at the Warner Theater in Atlantic City, New Jersey on September 11, 1943. Miss California, Jean Bartel won the title after winning awards for her swimsuit and talent.[1]
- ^ Associated Press (1943-09-13). "California Blonde Named Miss America For 1943". Carroll Times Herald. p. 4.