Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-040-018
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's remarks upon receiving the painting "The Whites of their Eyes" by Ken Riley from the National Guard. In his speech the President thanks the Guard for their gift, and discusses the continuing need for the National Guard even in times of international crisis. The press copy also includes remarks by Major General D.W. McGowan, Chief of the National Guard Bureau.