Collection Diplomacy With Our Northern Neighbors
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Mrs. Coolidge and Her Pet Raccoon
- Date of Work
- c. 1921-1923
- Medium
- Photo
- Credit
- Library of Congress, National Photo Company Collection
Mrs. Coolidge and Her Pet Raccoon
First Lady Grace Coolidge holds her pet raccoon, Rebecca, which she took on walks with a leash.
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