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Jacqueline Kennedy original 7.5 x 5.75” Associated Press wire photograph depicting the First Lady seated in the gallery of the Canadian House of Commons during the Kennedys’ official state visit to Canada in May 1961.

The original Associated Press caption printed along the right border identifies the scene, noting that Mrs. Kennedy attended the joint session of the Canadian Parliament while her husband, President John F. Kennedy, addressed the House of Commons. Seated among distinguished guests, Jacqueline Kennedy is shown listening attentively as the President delivered one of the defining speeches of his early presidency, emphasizing the enduring friendship and shared democratic values between the United States and Canada. The image captures the First Lady’s poised elegance during one of the administration’s first major international diplomatic visits.

The May 1961 Canadian state visit marked President Kennedy’s first official trip to America’s northern neighbor and helped strengthen U.S.-Canadian relations during the early years of the Cold War. Jacqueline Kennedy’s grace and international appeal made her an important diplomatic presence throughout the visit, earning widespread admiration from both the public and foreign leaders.

Very good condition overall with expected editorial handling wear.

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Reference sku: 11676 1416518-1