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John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
Doug Kenyon's Twenty Hours
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA

Doug Kenyon's Twenty Hours

Artifact IDMO 70.57
Object Type Painting
Date 1952
Maker (American)
Medium Acrylic on artist board
DimensionsOverall H 19 in x W 24 in (48.3 cm x 61 cm )

Physical DescriptionPainting of PT boat crewman pulling a propeller in shark infested water while under fire by Japanese planes and crew on boat.
Historical NotePainting was published by the Saturday Evening Post in an article entitled "Doug Kenyon's Twenty Hours". This painting was presented to Senator John F. Kennedy in 1952 by the artist.
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Custodial History NoteItem was owned by President Kennedy. It was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum 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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