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- John F. Kennedy Inaugural Medal, 1961 - The United States Mint produced this medal to commemorate John F. Kennedy's 1961 Presidential Inauguration. The phrase that appears under the seal on the back side of this medal--"We shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival of liberty"--comes from Kennedy's Inaugural Address.
- January 20, 1961
- Collections - Artifact
John F. Kennedy Inaugural Medal, 1961
The United States Mint produced this medal to commemorate John F. Kennedy's 1961 Presidential Inauguration. The phrase that appears under the seal on the back side of this medal--"We shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival of liberty"--comes from Kennedy's Inaugural Address.
- President John F. Kennedy, circa 1962 - This copy of an autographed, informal portrait of President John F. Kennedy belonged to Morgan L. Gies. Gies was an agent of the United States Secret Service from 1941 until 1967. He was responsible for White House vehicles during Kennedy's presidency.
- circa 1962
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President John F. Kennedy, circa 1962
This copy of an autographed, informal portrait of President John F. Kennedy belonged to Morgan L. Gies. Gies was an agent of the United States Secret Service from 1941 until 1967. He was responsible for White House vehicles during Kennedy's presidency.
- John F. Kennedy Inaugural Medal, 1961 - A total of 7,500 of these silver medals were produced to commemorate John F. Kennedy's Presidential Inauguration on January 20, 1961. Paul Manship, a prominent sculptor adept at low relief, used his skills to produce a large number of coins and medals, including this one. The Medallic Art Company, America's oldest and largest private mint, still specializes in the design and manufacture of medals.
- January 20, 1961
- Collections - Artifact
John F. Kennedy Inaugural Medal, 1961
A total of 7,500 of these silver medals were produced to commemorate John F. Kennedy's Presidential Inauguration on January 20, 1961. Paul Manship, a prominent sculptor adept at low relief, used his skills to produce a large number of coins and medals, including this one. The Medallic Art Company, America's oldest and largest private mint, still specializes in the design and manufacture of medals.
- John F. Kennedy Inaugural Medal, 1961 - This bronze medal was produced to commemorate John F. Kennedy's Presidential Inauguration on January 20, 1961. Paul Manship, a prominent sculptor adept at low relief, used his skills to produce a large number of coins and medals, including this one. The Medallic Art Company, America's oldest and largest private mint, still specializes in the design and manufacture of medals.
- January 20, 1961
- Collections - Artifact
John F. Kennedy Inaugural Medal, 1961
This bronze medal was produced to commemorate John F. Kennedy's Presidential Inauguration on January 20, 1961. Paul Manship, a prominent sculptor adept at low relief, used his skills to produce a large number of coins and medals, including this one. The Medallic Art Company, America's oldest and largest private mint, still specializes in the design and manufacture of medals.
- Ball-point Pen Commemorating John F. Kennedy's Presidency, 1963 - 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."
- 1961-1963
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Ball-point Pen Commemorating John F. Kennedy's Presidency, 1963
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."
- John F. Kennedy Inauguration Guidebook, 1961 - This 29-page Inauguration Guidebook was created by the Hospitality Committee for visitors to Washington, D.C., attending the inauguration of John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson from January 18-20, 1961. The program lists inauguration-related events including the inaugural parade, the inaugural concert and ball and draws attention to buildings and areas of interest in the Washington area.
- January 01, 1961
- Collections - Artifact
John F. Kennedy Inauguration Guidebook, 1961
This 29-page Inauguration Guidebook was created by the Hospitality Committee for visitors to Washington, D.C., attending the inauguration of John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson from January 18-20, 1961. The program lists inauguration-related events including the inaugural parade, the inaugural concert and ball and draws attention to buildings and areas of interest in the Washington area.
- John F. Kennedy Political Campaign Button, 1960 - Using giveaways like this campaign button, Democratic presidential candidate John F. Kennedy launched an exhaustive campaign in 1960 against Republican opponent Vice President Richard M. Nixon. Despite charges that he lacked experience in foreign affairs and that his Catholic background would hurt him, Kennedy's knowledge and maturity eventually won him the very close 1960 election.
- 1960
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John F. Kennedy Political Campaign Button, 1960
Using giveaways like this campaign button, Democratic presidential candidate John F. Kennedy launched an exhaustive campaign in 1960 against Republican opponent Vice President Richard M. Nixon. Despite charges that he lacked experience in foreign affairs and that his Catholic background would hurt him, Kennedy's knowledge and maturity eventually won him the very close 1960 election.
- John F. Kennedy Political Campaign Button, 1960 - Using giveaways like this campaign button, Democratic presidential candidate John F. Kennedy launched an exhaustive campaign in 1960 against Republican opponent Vice President Richard M. Nixon. Despite charges that he lacked experience in foreign affairs and that his Catholic background would hurt him, Kennedy's knowledge and maturity eventually won him the very close 1960 election.
- 1960
- Collections - Artifact
John F. Kennedy Political Campaign Button, 1960
Using giveaways like this campaign button, Democratic presidential candidate John F. Kennedy launched an exhaustive campaign in 1960 against Republican opponent Vice President Richard M. Nixon. Despite charges that he lacked experience in foreign affairs and that his Catholic background would hurt him, Kennedy's knowledge and maturity eventually won him the very close 1960 election.
- John F. Kennedy Political Campaign Button, 1960 - Using giveaways like this campaign button, Democratic presidential candidate John F. Kennedy launched an exhaustive campaign in 1960 against Republican opponent Vice President Richard M. Nixon. Despite charges that he lacked experience in foreign affairs and that his Catholic background would hurt him, Kennedy's knowledge and maturity eventually won him the very close 1960 election.
- 1960
- Collections - Artifact
John F. Kennedy Political Campaign Button, 1960
Using giveaways like this campaign button, Democratic presidential candidate John F. Kennedy launched an exhaustive campaign in 1960 against Republican opponent Vice President Richard M. Nixon. Despite charges that he lacked experience in foreign affairs and that his Catholic background would hurt him, Kennedy's knowledge and maturity eventually won him the very close 1960 election.
- Flag of Ecuador Used on John F. Kennedy's Presidential Limousine, 1962 - United States Secret Service agent Morgan L. Gies was responsible for White House vehicles from 1941 to 1967. This flag from his personal collection flew on John F. Kennedy's presidential limousine during a visit from President Carlos Julio Arosemena Monroy of Ecuador in July 1962.
- July 01, 1962
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Flag of Ecuador Used on John F. Kennedy's Presidential Limousine, 1962
United States Secret Service agent Morgan L. Gies was responsible for White House vehicles from 1941 to 1967. This flag from his personal collection flew on John F. Kennedy's presidential limousine during a visit from President Carlos Julio Arosemena Monroy of Ecuador in July 1962.