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Life of JFK Cartoon
Copyright Oscar Berger. John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
Life of JFK Cartoon
Copyright Oscar Berger. John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA

Life of JFK Cartoon

Artifact IDMO 2024.1.17
Object Type Editorial Cartoon
Date 1962
Artist (Cartoonist, Czechoslovakian, 1901-1997)
Medium photocopy
DimensionsOverall H 10 5/8 in x W 13 7/8 in (27 cm x 35.2 cm)

Physical DescriptionNine part cartoon showing events in JFK's life, culminating with "9. Today: World Problems" Caption reads: "JFK: 45 | President John F. Kennedy, born May 29, 1917. Here is pictured what the years have brought him . . .".
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum by the Estate of President John F. Kennedy in 1965. It was held by the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library Archives until it was transferred to the Museum Collection in 2024.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of the Estate of President John F. Kennedy
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - FullyUse Restriction NoteCopyright Oscar Berger. Copyright or other proprietary rights are 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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