General Henri Joseph Gouraud laying a wreath at Washington's tomb, June 6, 1923

Item — Container: Box 33

Identifier: 2022-VR-021

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

June 6, 1923

Creator

National Photo Company (Photographer, 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

From the Collection: 89 Linear Feet (Variety of container sizes based on photograph sizes and material types. Over-sized items are housed in drawers.)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Physical Description

Photographic print [press photo] of General Henri Joseph Gouraud laying a wreath at Washington's tomb. Mount Vernon Resident Superintendent Harrison Dodge is nearby at left side of the photograph (in civilian attire) and tomb guard Charles Simms stands at the far right. An unidentified man in uniform is at the far left edge of the photograph.