Prince of Wales at Washington's Tomb, November 13, 1919

Item — Box: 32

Identifier: RP-1133 (retro) ; Photo-5581b

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Some of the earliest photographs of the estate were created and sold to visitors by the Association as a means of income. Those efforts helped to establish an important collection of 19th century views. The collection spans the 1850s to 2000s and includes over 140 linear feet of analog material providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates

November 13, 1919

Creator

From the Collection: Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research during scheduled appointments. Researchers must complete the Washington Library’s Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.

Extent

4 Photographic Prints

Language of Materials

From the Sub-Series: English

Additional Description

Physical Description

Black and white photographic print of the Prince of Wales after placing a wreath on Washington's sarcophagus. Tomb guard Charles Simms hands the prince his hat and cane. Mount Vernon Resident Superintendent Harrison H. Dodge departs the tomb vestibule behind the prince. At far left is Secretary of State Robert Lansing and Vice President Thomas R. Marshall.

Dimensions

Photograph 1 - RP-1133 (retro) ; Photo-5581b: 8 in. x 6 in.; Photograph 2 - RP-1134 (retro) ; Photo-5585: 9 1/4 in. x 7 3/8 in.; Photograph 3 - RP-1133 (retro) ; Photo-5581: 10 in. x 8 in.; Photograph 4 - BW-5442 ; RP-1133 (retro) ; Photo-5581a: 10 in. x 8 in.