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John F. Kennedy Taking Oath of Office
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
John F. Kennedy Taking Oath of Office
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA

John F. Kennedy Taking Oath of Office

Artifact IDMO 63.846
Object Type Photograph
Date ca. 1961
Maker (Publisher, American Founded 1922)
Medium Photograph
DimensionsOverall H 22 3/4 in x W 17 3/4 in (57.8 cm x 45.1 cm )

Physical DescriptionTIME magazine color photograph of President Kennedy taking the Oath of Office during his Inauguration on January 20, 1961
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem was held by the General Service Administration until it was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum by the Estate of President John F. Kennedy in 1965. No other record of custodial history is known.
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 the user’s responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions.
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