Collection Highlights
The True Issue or "That's What's the Matter"
Date:
1864
Object Number:
PR.010.1864.35
Medium:
Lithograph
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Luce Center
Letter
Object Number:
2002.87.3
Date:
September 14, 2001
Medium:
Paper
Dimensions:
Overall: 9 x 6 in. ( 22.9 x 15.2 cm )
Description:
Handwritten thank-you letter from Jancken Fermin, a schoolboy from M.S. 80 in the Bronx.
Text written in pencil: " Dear Rescue Heroes,
We think that what you are doing is really important. We think you are a hero. We know that you are working so hard to save many peoples lives I am very proud of you for doing this work. I hope that when I grow up I can be like you.
SIncerely yours, Jancken Fermin M.S. 80, Bronx, New York ".
Credit Line:
Gift of Nino Vendome
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
