Collection The Nixon White House 1969 - 1974
On January 20, 1969, Richard Nixon was inaugurated as the thirty-seventh president of the United States. During his time in the White...
Christmas Themes: Patricia Nixon's Stately Elegance - Photo 2
- Photographer
- Joseph J. Scherschel
- Date of Work
- December 1969
- Credit
- White House Historical Association
Christmas Themes: Patricia Nixon's Stately Elegance - Photo 2
In this photograph taken by Joseph J. Scherschel of the National Geographic Service in December 1969, President Richard M. Nixon, First Lady Pat Nixon, and Tricia Nixon pose in front of the White House Christmas tree in Entrance Hall. This was the Nixon's first Christmas in the White House.
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