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Veteran Garden Parties - Photo 3

Veteran Garden Parties - Photo 3

President Calvin Coolidge signs a bill authorizing the construction of military hospitals at the 1924 White House Garden Party. First Lady Grace Coolidge and General John "Blackjack" Pershing look on as the president signs the legislation at a desk on the White House South Lawn.

Credit
Harris & Ewing Collection, Library of Congress