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Representatives from each of the services, unveil a marble panel and bust of James Forrestal

97-1756 (untitled)
Accession Number
97-1756
8x10 inches (21x26 cm)
Black & White
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Related Collection
Stohl, Ralph N. Papers
Keywords
Memorials
Military ceremonies, honors, and salutes
Soldiers
HST Keywords
Forrestal, James - Memorial
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U.S. Army

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Description
Representatives from each of the services, Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines, unveil a marble panel and bust of James Forrestal, former Secretary of Defense, which is located in the Pentagon opposite the cornerstone. The panel bears the inscription: "James Forrestal, First Secretary of the Defense, 1947-1949." Supporting the bronze bust and affixed to the wall is a pedestal of Swenson pink granite. On the front of the pedestal is carved a spread eagle and four stars. See also photos 97-1754, 1755 and 1757.
Date(s)
September 22, 1950