"Okay Lieutenant, so how would you conduct this war if you were President?" Cartoon
Artifact IDMO 63.6101
Object Type
Editorial Cartoon
Date
1959-1963
Maker
Playboy Magazine
(Founded 1953, American)
Medium
printed paper
DimensionsFramed H 14 in x W 7 in (35.6 cm x 17.8 cm)
Physical DescriptionColor cartoon of Lieutenant John F. Kennedy stranded on a beach, probably Gomu, with other sailors. The caption reads: "Okay Lieutenant, so how would you conduct this war if you were President?"
Historical NoteThis cartoon, a favorite of President Kennedy's, was displayed just outside the Oval Office.
Additional DetailsCustodial History NoteItem was owned by President Kennedy. It was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in 1965 by the Estate of President John F. Kennedy.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of the Estate of President John F. Kennedy
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesKennedy Administration Collection 1960-1963 (National Archives Identifier 1676959)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - PossiblyUse Restriction NoteCopyright and other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of these materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.In Collection(s)
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