President Gerald Ford and First Lady Betty Ford
This photographic portrait by Bill Fitz-Patrick shows President Gerald R. Ford alongside his wife, Betty, on the South Grounds. Ford was appointed vice president to Richard M. Nixon under the conditions of the 25th Amendment, replacing Spiro T. Agnew upon his resignation. Ford assumed the presidency after President Nixon's resignation on August 8, 1974.
This photograph is part of a collection belonging to former White House Executive Chef Henry Haller. Haller served five first families and their distinguished guests as executive chef at the White House from 1966-1987. From the White House Kitchen, the Fords preferred classic American fare, including oven roast and a Sunday ritual of brunch featuring waffles and strawberries.
- Photographer
- Bill Fitz-Patrick
- Date of Work
- September 6, 1976
- Type
- Photograph
- Credit
- Courtesy of Henry & Carole Haller and Family
