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Famous Persons Collection

"Iconic Moments: Capturing the Lives of Famous Persons" Ernest Hemingway Fishing: Witness the literary genius finding solace and inspiration in the tranquil waters

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Ernest Hemingway Fishing
Sun Valley, Idaho: 1939 Author Ernest Hemingway holding two trout he has caught

Background imageFamous Persons Collection: Dewey Defeats Truman Newspaper

Dewey Defeats Truman Newspaper
St. Louis, MIssouri: November, 1948. President Harry Truman holds up a copy of the Chicago Daily Tribune declaring his defeat to Thomas Dewey in the presidential election

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Ballerina Margot Fonteyn
New York, New York: September 15, 1950 Ballerina Margot Fonteyn in a production of Swan Lake

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Drummer Gene Krupa
United States: c. 1947 Jazz drummer and compser Gene Krupa playing the drums

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Khrushchev And Castro
New York, New York: September 20, 1960 A jovial greeting takes place between Cubas Prime MInister Fidel Castro and Soviet Unions Premier Nikita Khrushchev when they met at the United Nations today

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JFK Treason Poster
Dallas, Texas: November 21, 1963 A famous handbill circulated in Dallas the day before President Kennedy was assassinated

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Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis Golf Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis Golf
California: c. 1953 Dean Martin appears to get the best of Jerry Lewis with his hand grabbing the top of the golf club

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American Gangster Al Capone
Chicago, Illinois: January 1, 1930. A portrait of American gangster, Al Capone

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Naturalist John Muir
California: c. 1900 A photograph of author and naturalist John Muir and his dog

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Queen Elizabeth On The Phone
London, England: December 19, 1961 Britains Queen Elizabeth talks to Canadian Prime Minister John Diefenbaker as she inaugurated the Canadian Trans-Atlantic Telephone cable system by making the first

Background imageFamous Persons Collection: Isamu Noguchi With Paphnutius

Isamu Noguchi With Paphnutius
New York, New York: August 10, 1924 Isamu Noguchi, the young Japanese art student with his most recent creation, Paphnutius

Background imageFamous Persons Collection: Movie star Sophia Loren

Movie star Sophia Loren
Greece: 1957 Movie star Sophia Loren in a scene from the film Boy on a Dolphin

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Actress Grace Kelly
Hollywood, California: April, 1956 Actress Grace Kelly just a few days before she left for Monaco to marry Prince Ranier III

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Kennedy Campaign Brochure
Hyannis Port, Massachusetts: 1952 Kennedy siblings Jean, Pat, Robert, John and Eunice look over a brochure for Johns campaign for a Massachusetts political office

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Kennedy Speaks To Steelworkers
Atlantic City, New Jersey: September 19, 1960 Senator John F. Kennedy speaking at the United Steelworkers told them he favors an increase in productivity to produce full employment

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1917 Bathing Suit Fashion
Hollywood, California: c. 1917. Silent screen actress and Mack Sennett Comedy beauty Vera Stedman poses in the latest beach wear

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Kennedy and Daughter Caroline
Washington, D.C.: November 26, 1960 President-elect John F.Kennedy takes his daughter Caroline by the hand as they leave home. She will be three tomorrow

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Portrait of Marie Curie
Paris, France: December 26, 1923 A portrait of Marie Curie, who with her husband, discovered radium

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Joseph Kennedy Before Congress (b/w photo)
1144116 Joseph Kennedy Before Congress (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); (add.info.: Washington, D.C.: December 3, 1937 Joseph P. Kennedy, Chairman of the U.S)

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Orville Wright Test Flight
Fort Myers, Virginia: September, 1907 Orville Wright making a test flight at Fort Myers for the War Department

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Marilyn Monroe Profile
Hollywood, California: January 18, 1960. A promotional studio photograph of Marilyn Monroe as she prepares for her dancing role in Lets Make Love, with Frankie Vaughn

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Dancer Gene Kelly
Hollywood, California: 1947 Actor and dancer Gene Kelly in the comedy musical film, Living in a Big Way

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Dianne Feinstein At Dance
San Francisco, California: April 23, 1950 Dianne Goldman at a high school dance

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Dr. Jonas Salk Giving Vaccine
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; February, 1954. Dr. Jonas Salk gives an eight year old boy a trial polio vaccine at the Frick Elementary School in Pittsburgh

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Harry Truman and MacArthur
Wake Island, Pacific Ocean: October 15, 1950. President Harry Truman and General Douglas MacArthur meet at Wake Island

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Truman Gets New Shoes
Brockton, Massachusetts: October 18, 1952 President Truman displays a pair of shoes presented to him by Mayor Lucey (r) in this shoe center as the President continued his whistle stop tour of New

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President D Roosevelt
Washington, D.C.: 1937. President Franklin D. Roosevelt, seated behind microphone, during one of his fireside chats

Background imageFamous Persons Collection: Actress Jane Russell

Actress Jane Russell
Hollywood, California: June 15, 1951 A portrait of movie star Jane Russell

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Lawrence Welk In His Hudson
Santa Monica, California: 1951. Lawrence Welk and his new Hudson Hornet, at the Aragon Ballroom on Lick Pier in Santa Monica, which was the home of his new weekly televised TV show

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Amy Vanderbilt
Chicago, Illinois: c. 1954 Etiquette authority Amy Vanderbilt

Background imageFamous Persons Collection: Mae West At Premiere

Mae West At Premiere
New York, New York: June 23, 1970 Actress Mae West greets the crowd of 10, 000 fans who gathered to see her as she attended the premiere showing of the film, Myra Breckinridge at the Criterion Theater

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Orville Wright and Henry Ford
Dearborn, Michigan: 1937 L-R: Orville Wright, Charles Taylor and Henry Ford look over the blueprint of Wrights 1903 engine at Greenfield Village

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Isamu Noguchi
New York, New York: 1940 Isamu Noguchi looking at part of the Associated Press Building Plaque, which was carved in plaster

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Isamu Noguchi With Sculpture
New York, New York: 1940 Isamu Noguchi with a reflection of the Associated Press Building Plaque, which was carved in plaster

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Henry Morgenthau
Washington, D.C.: October 12, 1938 Dr. Chen, Chairman of the Chinese Financial Mission, is greeted by Secretary of the Treasury Henry Morgenthau as he arrives at the White House to meet with

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General Douglas MacArthur
Melbourne, Australia: March, 1942 General Douglas MacArthur as he arrived in Melbourne after his dash through the Japanese blockade from Bataan

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Loren And Nichols Catch Eyes
Long Beach, New York: June 24, 1958 Sophia Loren and Barbara Nichols attract the eyes of servicemen during the filming of That Kind Of Woman

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Author Sinclair Lewis
United States: c. 1930 A portrait of writer, novelist, playwright and 1930 Nobel Prize winner Sinclair Lewis

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Actress Hedy Lamarr
Hollywood, California: 1941 A portrait of actress Hedy Lamarr

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New Ambassador Joseph Kennedy
Washington, D.C.: February 18, 1938 Joseph P. Kennedy, who was sworn in today as American Ambassador to Great Britain, with his new aide, Harold Hinton

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Custom Lincoln Limo For JFK
Washington D.C. June, 1961. The new custon-built bubble top Lincoln limousine being delivered to the White House for President Kennedys use

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Kennedy And Lord Clement Atlee
Washington, D.C.: May 16, 1961 President Kennedy and Lord Clement Atlee, the former prime minister of Great Britain, met today in Kennedys White House office. They discussed world affairs

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President Kennedy & John-John President Kennedy & John-John
Washington, D.C.: c. 1962 President John F. Kennedy and son John-John play on the portals of the White House

Background imageFamous Persons Collection: Jacqueline Bestows A Kiss

Jacqueline Bestows A Kiss
Caracas, Venezuela: November 16, 1961 Mrs. Jacqueline Kennedy gives five year old Maria Gianetta a kiss after the little girl presented her with an orchid upon her arrival at the airport here

Background imageFamous Persons Collection: Cordell Hull With Adm. Nomura

Cordell Hull With Adm. Nomura
Washington, D.C.: February, 1941. Japanese Navy Adm. Kichisaburo Nomura sitting with the United States Secretary of State, Cordell Hull

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Emperor Hirohito Coronation
Kyoto, Japan: November, 1928 The Kashikodokoro, Ark of the Sacred Mirror, dedicated to the soul of the Sun Goddess, passing in the coronation ceremonies of Emperor Hirohito

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Emperor Hirohito In Limo
Tokyo, Japan: June 20, 1946. Emperor Hirohito as he leaves the Japanse Diet after making a speech to the open session

Background imageFamous Persons Collection: Actress Rita Hayworth

Actress Rita Hayworth
Hollywood, California: c. 1939 A portrait of actress Rita Hayworth



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"Iconic Moments: Capturing the Lives of Famous Persons" Ernest Hemingway Fishing: Witness the literary genius finding solace and inspiration in the tranquil waters, where his words flowed as freely as the currents. Ballerina Margot Fonteyn: Grace personified, she enchanted audiences with her ethereal movements, leaving a lasting impression on hearts around the world. Khrushchev And Castro: A historic encounter between two influential leaders, their meeting symbolized a pivotal moment in Cold War politics that would shape global relations for years to come. Dewey Defeats Truman Newspaper: The infamous headline that reminds us of how even renowned publications can sometimes get it wrong, forever etched in journalistic history. Drummer Gene Krupa: With every beat of his drumsticks, he revolutionized jazz music and left an indelible mark on the rhythm of our souls. JFK Treason Poster: An intriguing glimpse into a time filled with conspiracy theories and political unrest; this poster captures both intrigue and controversy surrounding President Kennedy's assassination. Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis Golf Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis Golf : These comedic legends found joy not only on stage but also on the greens - showcasing their friendship through laughter-filled rounds of golf. American Gangster Al Capone: Explore the dark allure of one of America's most notorious gangsters whose name became synonymous with organized crime during Prohibition-era Chicago. Isamu Noguchi With Paphnutius: Witness artistry at its finest as sculptor Isamu Noguchi delicately crafts beauty from stone while sharing a moment with his beloved cat companion Paphnutius. Queen Elizabeth On The Phone: Even monarchs have moments when they need to connect – see Her Majesty caught candidly chatting away like any ordinary person. Movie star Sophia Loren .