Know of Any Reason Why These Two...
Artifact ID1973.1.1520
Object Type
Cartoon Drawing
Artist
Pat Oliphant
(United States, born 1935)
Gifter
Pat Oliphant
Publisher
Los Angeles Times Syndicate
(1949 - 2000)
Publisher
Denver Post
(founded 1892)
Date
ca. February 1966
Medium
Ink and developer on Craftint paper
DimensionsOverall H 12 1/8 in x W 17 1/2 in (30.8 cm x 44.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionOriginal cartoon drawing. A priest (identifiable as Bobby Kennedy) reads marriage rites to a couple (“South Viet.” and “V.C."). The groom points a gun at the bride. LBJ and other men come forward to protest. Smaller cartoon in the lower left: A figure says to a man (identifiable as Ho Chi Minh) "You must be the father of the groom!". Caption: “Know of Any Reason Why These Two Should Not Be Joined in Matrimony--!”. Artist signature upper left: "Oliphant © 1966 The Denver Post The Los Angeles Times Syndicate”.
Inscriptions and MarkingsStamped at lower right: [red] [upside down] “Feb 22 1968”.
Historical NoteRobert F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson each represented a different side to the Democratic Party in the 1960s. Robert Kennedy was the Attorney General under his brother’s administration and became a New York senator during Johnson’s presidency. He disagreed with Johnson’s Vietnam policy and became a prominent war critic. In February 1966, his peace plan included a coalition government in South Vietnam that included the Viet Cong, although he publicly maintained that he did not dissent against Johnson’s policies.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 Note© 1966 The Denver Post, The Los Angeles Times Syndicate
Copyright 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.
Copyright 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
Robert F. Kennedy
(United States, 1925 - 1968)
Person Referenced
Lyndon Baines Johnson
(United States, 1908 - 1973)
Person Referenced
Ho Chi Minh
(Vietnam, 1890 - 1969)
In Collection(s)
Not on view
Place of Publication