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Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Nose and Nose
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.

Nose and Nose

Artifact ID1973.1.2048
Artist (1889 - 1983)
Publisher (founded 1786)
Medium Ink on drawing paper
DimensionsOverall H 16 3/8 in x W 12 1/2 in (41.6 cm x 31.8 cm )

Physical Description
Physical DescriptionOriginal cartoon drawing. LBJ ("Pro") and another man (“De Gaulle”) ("Anti") run a race ("The Big NATO Race"). Their noses are even. Caption: “Nose and Nose”. Artist signature lower right: "Hungerford”.
Historical NoteCharles de Gaulle believed that NATO advantaged the relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom over France. In 1966, he announced a withdrawal of France's military power from NATO.
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 B Johnson Presidential Library in 1973.
Credit LineGift of Lyndon Baines Johnson
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Fully
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights are held by individuals or entities other than the LBJ Presidential Library and Museum. The LBJ Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
Person Referenced Lyndon Baines Johnson (United States, 1908 - 1973)
Person Referenced Charles de Gaulle (France, 1890 - 1970)
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