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John F. Kennedy original 9.75 x 6” black-and-white Associated Press press photograph depicting the President gesturing toward a large briefing map labeled “Communist Rebel Areas – Laos” during a White House press conference. The image captures Kennedy outlining U.S. policy in Southeast Asia at a critical early moment in his presidency, with the map highlighting North Vietnam, Laos, and surrounding regions. The verso bears the original AP caption reading, in part: “Map ‘Prop’ as President Lays Down Policy at Press Conference” and is date-stamped MAR 24 1961, with standard newsroom editorial markings.

Near fine condition.

Taken just two months into Kennedy’s presidency, this photograph documents the administration’s early public positioning on Laos and the broader Cold War landscape in Southeast Asia—issues that would increasingly shape U.S. foreign policy throughout the 1960s. Press images featuring briefing maps are especially compelling, offering a direct visual record of presidential decision-making and geopolitical strategy.

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