We Can't Really Be Chummy...
Artifact ID1973.1.1275
Object Type
Cartoon Drawing
Artist
Guernsey LePelley
(born 1910)
Publisher
Christian Science Monitor
()
Gifter
Guernsey LePelley
Medium
Ink and grease pencil on drawing paper
DimensionsOverall H 14 1/2 in x W 11 1/2 in (36.8 cm x 29.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionOriginal cartoon drawing. A wolf ("Ho Chi Minh Tactics") talks to a chicken ("S. Vietnam"). A mild-appearing dog ("U.S.") stands in the background. Caption: “We Can't Really Be Chummy till [Sic] You Get Rid of That Dog”. Artist signature lower right: "Le Pelley”.
Historical NoteThe Vietcong used guerilla tactics and built tunnels. They also had the support of many people in the countryside, which allowed them to easily hide.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
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
Ho Chi Minh
(Vietnam, 1890 - 1969)
In Collection(s)
Not on view
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