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"Okay Lieutenant, so how would you conduct this war if you were President?" Cartoon
Image courtesy of the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA.
"Okay Lieutenant, so how would you conduct this war if you were President?" Cartoon
Image courtesy of the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA.

"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 (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 Details
Custodial 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
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.
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