^Lot 78 John F. Kennedy

Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 19.25 x 15.25, May 12, 1962. Kennedy appoints Dr. Walter Johnson of Illinois “a Member of the United States Advisory Commission on International Education and Cultural Affairs.” Nicely signed at the conclusion in black ink by Kennedy, and countersigned by Secretary of State Dean Rusk. Double matted to an overall size of 24 x 20. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of overall mild toning. The embossed paper seal remains impressively intact at lower left.

Johnson was an historian and progressive politician who got his start in national politics making stump speeches for Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1940. As a member of the commission, he authored a study on the progress of difficulties incurred in some countries, which earned him widespread recognition. On the day of this appointment, JFK also ordered US military forces to Thailand in preparation for a possible attack from Laos during the Vietnam War. A scarce modern presidential document. Oversized.