Frances Perkins

Cornell Capa1953-04

LIFE Photo Collection
New York City, United States

F.D.R.'s Secy. of Labor Frances Perkins, 71, packing up souvenirs incl. twine & box of letters fr. 3 presidents, after resigning her position after 20 yrs. of govt. service w. the distinction of being the 1st woman Cabinet member in US history.

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Title: Frances Perkins
Date: 1953-04
Location: Washington, DC, US
Physical Dimensions: B/W PRINT
Subject Keywords: Archival Vault, Activities, Famous Picture, Women In Politics, Moving Day, Frances Perkins, Old People, Souvenirs, Special Collections, 1950s
Publisher: TimeLife
Usage: For personal non-commercial use only
Provider: LIFE
Photographer: Cornell Capa
Original ID: TimeLife_image_5590548
Credits: LIFE
Copyright: © Time Inc.

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