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Dedication of James Forrestal Memorial at the Pentagon

97-1758
Accession Number
97-1758
8x10 inches (21x26 cm)
Black & White
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NAID 350899692
Related Collection
Stohl, Ralph N. Papers
Keywords
Cabinet officers
Memorials
Sailors
Soldiers
HST Keywords
Busts - Forrestal, James; Forrestal, James - Memorial
Rights

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Credit:
U.S. Army

Harry S. Truman Library & Museum.

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Description
Men representing the military services salute as the national anthem is played during the dedication and unveiling ceremonies of the James Forrestal Memorial at the Pentagon. This photo shows a good view of the bust of James Forrestal, First Secretary of Defense, 1947-1949, and the marble plaque attached to the wall behind it.
Date(s)
September 22, 1950