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John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; National Archives Records Administ…
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; National Archives Records Administration
"And A Little Child Shall Lead Them" Cartoon
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; National Archives Records Administration

"And A Little Child Shall Lead Them" Cartoon

Artifact IDMO 2024.1.77.1
Object Type Editorial Cartoon
Date 1962
Artist (Cartoonist, American)
Medium Pen and black ink over graphite on paper
DimensionsOverall H 13 1/2 in x W 17 in (34.3 cm x 43.2 cm)

Physical DescriptionCaption: "And A Little Child Shall Lead Them". A child and her dog kneel in prayer at the girls bed, saying ". . . Please Bless All The Leaders Of The World. And Dear God -- Please Take Care Of Yourself -- If Anything Happens To You, This World Would Really Be In A Mess - - - -". On the wall are caricatures of John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy, labeled "Pa" and "Ma".
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem was given to John F. Kennedy by the artist and donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library by the Estate of President John F. Kennedy in 1965.
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 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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