The Resolute Desk is a symbol of two nations…

Aug 4

An extremely Victorian tale that ends in the Oval Office

3 Comments

Shirley perlman

Terrific column. Thanks Rich!

Leave it to Jacqueline Kennedy to install the historic desk. Imagine what she might say today!

Thanks Shirley. I am going to post a follow up piece about Jacqueline Kennedy next week.

Howard schneider

Could be a great book--or mini series

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