Collection Presidential and First Lady Portraits
Since 1965, the White House Historical Association has been proud to fund the official portraits of our presidents and first ladies,...
Foreword; White House History (Number 33) - Photo 1
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Foreword; White House History (Number 33) - Photo 1
General Zachary Taylor leads the charge at The Battle of Buena Vista, February 1847. Thousands of colorful prints like this brought the Mexican War to the American public.
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