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Alger Hiss

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Head and shoulders portrait of Alger Hiss. His perjury conviction on charges of spying for the Communists greatly enhanced the careers of Richard Nixon, and Senator Joseph R. McCarthy of Wisconsin.

Creator:
Ries, Henry

Publication Information

Creator Ries, Henry

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 20 x 25 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection James Aronson papers, 1932-1999 (bulk 1937-1987)
Call Number PH 6612

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W0131OF
Legacy ID
WHi 72707

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