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1981.118; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1981.118; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Fleeing for Liberty
1981.118; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1981.118; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
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Fleeing for Liberty

Artifact ID1981.118
Object Type Painting
Gifter
Artist
Date 1975
Medium watercolor, paper
DimensionsOverall H 9 in x W 12 in (22.9 cm x 30.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionA watercolor painting features a yellow and green ship swaying on blue waves in front of a predominately red and yellow sky. Passengers are positioned close together on the ship's deck.
Historical NoteArtist Nguyen Huu Loc and his family were refugees who evacuated Vietnam after the Fall of Saigon in 1975. The family first came to Fort Chaffee in Arkansas before settling in Hyde Park, New York.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in September 1981 for deposit with the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum.
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesPublic Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74639696)
Use Restriction Status Restricted – Possibly
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