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Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Harry H. Shapiro Poem, Variation on the Sherwood Theme
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
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Harry H. Shapiro Poem, Variation on the Sherwood Theme

Artifact IDMO 1972.24.54
Object Type Poem
Poet (American, 1892 - 1958)
Date1954
Mediumpaper
Dimensionsoverall H 5 5/8 in x W 2 1/4 in (14.3 cm x 5.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionAn article titled, Poet's Corner, cut out of a publication dated Thursday November 4, 1954. The article consists of a poem, Variation on the Sherwood Theme, by Harry H. Shapiro.
Historical NoteThis poem was among the items found inside Eleanor Roosevelt’s wallet after her death. A facsimile of the poem is displayed alongside other items found in the wallet in the Museum’s FIRST LADY OF THE WORLD gallery.
Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionFranklin D. Roosevelt Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 735948)
National Archives Catalog SeriesPersonal Possessions of the Roosevelt Family (National Archives Identifier 782689)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
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