Sounds like it was added. On my '70 the fusible link was under hood. In general, the link protects from overloads/shorts from the main power sources: battery and alternator. Both are under hood so I wouldn't see benefit from a link in the cab.
Perhaps there was a mishap in the past... especially good idea to check main power connections at the bulkhead, ammeter (if equipped) and in cab column connectors.
Also worth mentioning the 1/4" blade connector is a weak spot on OE links. On my re-pop harness, I replaced the blade with two eyes and a bolt + tape after a connection failure.