Souvenir Book, "Salute to Jacqueline Kennedy: the Bravest Woman In the World," 1964
THF230421 / Souvenir Book, "Salute to Jacqueline Kennedy: the Bravest Woman In the World," 1964
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Artifact Overview
Stunned and disillusioned Americans eagerly embraced commemorative books and magazines following the tragic death of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963. The American public also regretted that this marked the end of Jacqueline Kennedy's time as First Lady. This 1964 souvenir book helped them keep that memory alive.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Book
Date Made
1964
Subject Date
1960-1964
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Edited by Earle Hawley. Published by James P. Matthews, Los Angeles, California.
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2013.76.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Donna R. Braden.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 10.75 in
Width: 8.375 in
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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."