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This is a photograph showing a large gathering at a national landmark. The image features a long reflecting pool leading towards a tall obelisk in the distance. Dense crowds fill the open space on either side of the reflecting pool. Rows of trees line the pool, with various buildings visible in the background against a clear sky. The scene conveys a historical and monumental ambiance, emphasizing the scale of the crowd and architectural features.

Title from caption on object: “Civil Rights Marchers”

Warren K. Leffler, Associated Press

August 28, 1963

Gelatin silver print with applied color Accession ID 2018.177.457

Not on view

The image shows five individuals, two of whom are prominently featured. One is a woman walking slightly ahead, shown from head to toe, while the other is a man next to her, also captured in full length. The woman has medium-length dark hair and wears a dark coat and skirt outfit with a black hat and a veil over her face, along with black gloves and dark shoes. The man beside her wears a formal suit consisting of a dark tailcoat, a white shirt, and a tie. Both individuals appear solemn and focused on their path. The background is blurred, featuring several other men in suits and a soft indistinct setting that suggests an indoor environment or procession area.

Title from caption on object: “Heavily Veiled in Black, Mrs. John F. Kennedy, Widow of the Late President, Begins Her Day of Deepest Sorrow...”

American 20th Century, Associated Press

November 25, 1963

Gelatin silver print with applied color Accession ID 2018.177.672

Not on view

This is a photograph of people sitting in an open-top vehicle during a motorcade. The scene captures three individuals prominently seated in a convertible car with a sleek, streamlined design. The focal point is a smiling individual in the center wearing a light-colored hat and coat, set against a backdrop of a crowd of people standing and watching. The expressions of the people in the car convey a sense of joy and engagement. The text at the bottom serves as a caption, providing context to the image.

Title from caption on object: “Kennedy and Connally Before Shooting”

American 20th Century, Associated Press

November 22, 1963

Gelatin silver print with applied color Accession ID 2018.177.487

Not on view

The image depicts a group of people standing together in a formal setting. The individuals vary in age, with adults and children present. The adults wear dark, formal clothing while the children are dressed in lighter coats. A woman with a veil on her head stands at the center, accompanied by two young children. One child holds a toy and the other has a hand raised in a gesture resembling a salute. The background shows steps or an architectural structure.

Title from caption on object: “John Jr. Salutes His Father”

American 20th Century, National Broadcasting Company, Associated Press

November 25, 1963

Gelatin silver print Accession ID 2018.177.648

Not on view

This is a photograph of several men in suits in a confrontation. The group of men, some wearing hats, are positioned in a corridor or hallway of a formal setting. The central figures are surrounded by others. The photograph is black and white, adding to the gravity of the scene. The expressions and postures of those depicted suggest a moment of high tension.

Title from caption on object: "Death in the Making"

Ira Jefferson Beers, Associated Press

November 24, 1963

Gelatin silver print Accession ID 2015.208.15

Not on view

The image shows several individuals' upper bodies. One man, in a ceremonial outfit with a tall hat, robe, and serious face, stands with his hand on another person's shoulder. The person facing away wears a dark beret. Another man in a suit stands nearby with his head slightly bowed, and a third person in ceremonial attire stands to the right. The background is filled with more people in robes and suits, suggesting a procession or gathering.

Title from caption on object: “Cardinal Cushing Placing a Consoling Hand on the Shoulder of Mrs. Jacqueline Kennedy...”

American 20th Century, Associated Press

November 25, 1963

Gelatin silver print with applied color Accession ID 2018.177.506

Not on view

This is a photograph of the United States Capitol building with a horse-drawn carriage in the foreground. The image captures the grandeur of the Capitol building, emphasizing its classical architectural elements such as the grand dome, and Corinthian columns along the façade. A gathering of people is seen on the steps leading to the building's entrance. At the curb, a horse-drawn carriage is stationed. The photo has been marked with white brushstrokes forming a grid and red crayon or marker lines.

Title from caption on object: “Casket Reaches Capitol”

American 20th Century, Associated Press

November 24, 1963

Gelatin silver print with applied color Accession ID 2018.177.503

Not on view

The photograph captures four people in an open-top vehicle. The individuals in the vehicle are visible from the shoulders up. The woman in the foreground, likely in the front passenger seat, has short, dark hair and wears a suit jacket, smiling and waving. Beside her is a man with combed-back hair, wearing a dark suit with a narrow tie. To his left, a woman with shoulder-length hair in a bouffant style and a pillbox hat is seated, partially facing away while raising a gloved hand towards her hat or hair. The driver can be partially seen, but their features are not clear. Around the vehicle, a crowd of onlookers, including a man in a white police helmet, stands in front of a building with large, rectangular windows.

Title from caption on object: “Moments Before He Was Shot”

James William Altgens, Associated Press

November 22, 1963

Gelatin silver print with applied color Accession ID 2018.177.663

Not on view

The image shows a group of people standing in a formal setting. In the foreground, two children are standing; a young boy in a light-colored coat with matching shorts and dark shoes, and a young girl in a similar light coat, wearing a headband. Behind them stands a woman with dark, shoulder-length hair covered by a black lace veil, wearing a dark long-sleeved coat. Beside her, another woman with slightly curly hair is similarly dressed in dark attire with a veil. To the far left, a man dressed in a dark suit with a white shirt and tie stands next to a uniformed soldier holding a flag. The background features white pillars and an archway. The image is in black and white.

Title from caption on object: “Bereaved Family”

American 20th Century, Associated Press

November 24, 1963

Gelatin silver print with applied color Accession ID 2018.177.508

Not on view

This is a black and white photograph of a group of individuals in a formal indoor setting. The central figure is making a ceremonial gesture with a raised hand. The people are dressed formally and the scene appears serious and solemn. To the right, there is a block of text providing information about the photograph, indicating it captures an important moment related to government or political affairs.

Title from caption on object: “Photo Shows O'Donnell Present at LBJ Oath-Taking”

Cecil Stoughton, Associated Press

November 22, 1963

Gelatin silver print Accession ID 2018.177.500

Not on view

This is a photograph of a motorcade traveling along a street. The full description shows two black and white images stacked vertically, each capturing a similar scene of a convertible car with flags on its front. The images are slightly blurred, giving a sense of movement. Each image includes a number circled in red ink and some text printed on the left side overlaid with handwritten annotations in red. The scene is set against a backdrop of blurred trees and grass, indicating a park or open area, with a brick wall visible in the background. There are additional elements on the page, such as numbering and notes, suggesting this may have been part of a document or report.

Title from caption on object: “Film Records Assassination Moment”

Abraham Zapruder, Associated Press

November 22, 1963

Gelatin silver print with applied color Accession ID 2018.177.492

Not on view

This is a black and white photograph of a street scene involving a police officer with dogs. In the foreground, a police officer is holding a person by the clothing while a German Shepherd dog leaps toward that person. Another officer can be seen holding a second dog on a leash. In the background, there are onlookers watching the scene. The setting appears to be an urban street with a restaurant sign showing Coca-Cola branding.

Title from caption on object: “The Racial Crisis”

Bill Hudson, Associated Press

May 3, 1963

Gelatin silver print with applied color Accession ID 2018.177.450

Not on view

Title from caption on object: “Civil Rights Marchers”

Title from caption on object: “Civil Rights Marchers”

Title from caption on object: “Heavily Veiled in Black, Mrs. John F. Kennedy, Widow of the Late President, Begins Her Day of Deepest Sorrow...”

Title from caption on object: “Heavily Veiled in Black, Mrs. John F. Kennedy, Widow of the Late President, Begins Her Day of Deepest Sorrow...”

Title from caption on object: “Kennedy and Connally Before Shooting”

Title from caption on object: “Kennedy and Connally Before Shooting”

Title from caption on object: “John Jr. Salutes His Father”

Title from caption on object: “John Jr. Salutes His Father”

Title from caption on object: "Death in the Making"

Title from caption on object: "Death in the Making"

Title from caption on object: “Cardinal Cushing Placing a Consoling Hand on the Shoulder of Mrs. Jacqueline Kennedy...”

Title from caption on object: “Cardinal Cushing Placing a Consoling Hand on the Shoulder of Mrs. Jacqueline Kennedy...”

Title from caption on object: “Casket Reaches Capitol”

Title from caption on object: “Casket Reaches Capitol”

Title from caption on object: “Moments Before He Was Shot”

Title from caption on object: “Moments Before He Was Shot”

Title from caption on object: “Bereaved Family”

Title from caption on object: “Bereaved Family”

Title from caption on object: “Photo Shows O'Donnell Present at LBJ Oath-Taking”

Title from caption on object: “Photo Shows O'Donnell Present at LBJ Oath-Taking”

Title from caption on object: “Film Records Assassination Moment”

Title from caption on object: “Film Records Assassination Moment”

Title from caption on object: “The Racial Crisis”

Title from caption on object: “The Racial Crisis”

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