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As I Would Not Be a Slave
Artifact ID1988.1016.1.2
Object Type
Print
Artist
Ronald D. Reams
(St. Petersburg, FL)
Gifter
Ronald D. Reams
Date
1976
Medium
paper, ink
DimensionsOverall H 23 in x W 18 in (58.4 cm x 45.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionBlack-and-white print depicts overlapping images of Abraham Lincoln, figures, and themes associated with The Civil WarHistorical NoteThe title of this piece is taken from a note written by Abraham Lincoln: "As I would not be a slave, so I would not be a master. This expresses my idea of democracy. Whatever differs from this, to the extent of the difference, is not democracy."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 SeriesBicentennial Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74627594)
Use Restriction Status
Restricted – Fully
Use Restriction Note(c) Ronald D. Reams, 1975
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Copyright or other proprietary rights are held by individuals or entities other than the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum. The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of these materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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