Lyndon Johnson Sent This Photo to Lady Bird During Their Courtship

Published June 28, 2013

Discover the sweet gesture of love Lyndon Johnson sent to his beloved, Claudia Alta "Lady Bird" Taylor, during their courtship. A photo from the National Archives reveals Johnson's touching message of admiration.

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We found this photo at the National Archives. It was sent by Lyndon Johnson to his love, Claudia Alta “Lady Bird” Taylor.

LBJ sent this photo to Lady Bird during their courtship. The caption reads "For Bird--A lovely girl with ideals, principles, intelligence, and refinement from her sincere admirer, Lyndon" (Lyndon Baines Johnson Presidential Library) — LBJ sent this photo to Lady Bird during their courtship. The caption reads “For Bird–A lovely girl with ideals, principles, intelligence, and refinement from her sincere admirer, Lyndon” (Lyndon Baines Johnson Presidential Library)

Source: U.S. National Archives

Posted in Notable People & Places
and tagged 1930s, Lady Bird Johnson, Lyndon Johnson

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