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John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy original 7.5 x 9.5” Associated Press wire photograph depicting the President-elect and future First Lady arriving at the North Portico of the White House on January 20, 1961, where President Dwight D. Eisenhower greets Jacqueline Kennedy with a handshake prior to the day’s inaugural ceremonies.

The original Associated Press caption printed beneath the image identifies the historic moment as “Greeting,” noting that President Eisenhower welcomed Mrs. Kennedy as she and President-elect Kennedy arrived at the White House on the morning of Inauguration Day. From there, Eisenhower and Kennedy traveled together to the U.S. Capitol for the swearing-in ceremony that marked the peaceful transfer of presidential power.

Captured on one of the most important days in American history, this photograph documents the ceremonial transition between the Eisenhower and Kennedy administrations. The image reflects the longstanding inaugural tradition of the outgoing president welcoming his successor before accompanying him to the Capitol. Jacqueline Kennedy’s elegant appearance alongside her husband foreshadowed the style and grace that would soon define the White House during the Camelot years, making this an outstanding visual record of the opening moments of the Kennedy presidency.

Very good condition overall with expected editorial handling wear.

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Reference sku: 11676 1416516-1