Let Freedom Ring!
Artifact ID1973.1.406
Object Type
Cartoon Drawing
Artist
Lew Harsh
(United States, 1912 - 1982)
Gifter
Lew Harsh
Date
1968
Medium
Ink and pencil on drawing paper
DimensionsOverall H 18 1/8 in x W 14 1/8 in (46 cm x 35.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionOriginal cartoon drawing. The Liberty Bell rings ("Passage of Civil Rights Legislation") loudly. Caption: “Let Freedom Ring!”. Artist signature lower right: "Lew Harsh The Scranton Times”.
Historical NoteOn July 2, 1964, President Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act to end discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, and national origin. It banned segregation and discrimination in schools, employment, public facilities, and public accommodations.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from the general public to President Johnson during his term in office. It was received by President Johnson, until the President donated it to the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum in 1973.
Credit LineGift of Lyndon Baines Johnson
National Archives Catalog CollectionLyndon B. Johnson Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 192413)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts from the General Public (National Archives Identifier 189698395)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Fully
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