Life Magazine for November 29, 1963, "President John F. Kennedy 1917-1963"
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Artifact Overview
Stunned and disillusioned Americans eagerly embraced commemorative books and magazines following the tragic death of President Kennedy on November 22, 1963. The cover of this issue of Life magazine features a portrait of John F. Kennedy by the internationally acclaimed photographer, Yousuf Karsh.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Magazine (Periodical)
Date Made
29 November 1963
Subject Date
22 November 1963
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Cover photograph by Yousuf Karsh. Published by Time Inc., Chicago, Illinois.
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2013.50.5
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Estate of Dr. and Mrs. Martin A. Glynn.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 13.75 in
Width: 10.625 in
Inscriptions
Text on front cover:
LIFE / PRESIDENT / JOHN F. / KENNEDY / 1917-1963
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This pen was produced in 1963, to commemorate the life and legacy of President John F. Kennedy (1917-1963). Printed on the base of the pen is the classic line from his Inaugural Address that inspired a generation: "Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country."