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Item 47: Coretta Scott King salute to Pres. John F. Kennedy, 1967-05-29

 Item — Item: 47
Collection number: 47

Scope and Contents

A postcard signed by Coretta Scott King featuring a stamp issued in honor of John F. Kennedy on his 50th birthday. Displayed with a photo of King and a description.

Dates

  • 1967-05-29

Biographical / Historical

Coretta Scott King was an American author, activist, civil rights leader, and the wife of Martin Luther King Jr. As an advocate for African-American equality, she was a leader for the civil rights movement in the 1960s. King was also a singer who often incorporated music into her civil rights work. (Wikipedia)

Extent

From the Collection: 38 Boxes

From the Collection: 6 items

Language

English

Physical Location

Located in the Archives vault. 2023-01-24.

Physical Description

Matted and framed.

Dimensions

22.25 X 19.5 inches.

Repository Details

Part of the Valdosta State University Archives and Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Valdosta State University Archives, Odum Library
1500 N. Patterson St.
Valdosta GA 30601 United States
7063728116
229-259-5055 (Fax)