Model of PT-109
Artifact IDMO 86.317
Object Type
Model
Date
1958
Medium
Steel, wood
DimensionsOverall H 2 1/2 in x W 12 in x D 4 1/2 in (6.4 cm x 30.5 cm x 11.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionCast steel model of the torpedo motor patrol boat PT-109 mounted on a wood base. The interior of the boat is hollow, and the exterior has only stylized details of the cockpit and torpedoes. An engraved aluminum plaque mounted on the base reads: "Presented to Senator John F. Kennedy by the Quincy Chamber of Commerce March 10, 1958"
Historical NoteThis model was presented to Senator John F. Kennedy by the Quincy Chamber of Commerce March 10, 1958
Additional DetailsCustodial 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
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesJohn F. Kennedy Senatorial Collection (National Archives Identifier 1677340)
Use Restriction StatusUnrestrictedUse Restriction NoteThis material is not subject to any known copyright or other image use restrictions.In Collection(s)
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