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Dive into a rich visual narrative of Gerald Ford, the 38th President of the United States, through this exclusive collection from the Bettmann Archives. Featuring iconic moments from his presidency, candid shots, and personal interactions, these images capture Ford's journey from a young politician to a national leader. Each photograph tells a story of resilience and leadership during a transformative period in American history. 

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Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: President Gerald Ford in Front View Photograph

President Gerald Ford in Front View Photograph
(Original Caption) President Gerald Ford is seen here in a head and shoulder 3/4 profile

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Ronald Reagan Speaking at Banquet

Ronald Reagan Speaking at Banquet
(Original Caption) Washington: President Reagan attends a banquet of the Republican National Hispanic Assembly and warned the Soviet Union to offer something new towards arms control

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford Delivering Speech

Gerald Ford Delivering Speech
Vice President designate Gerald Ford (1913 - 2006) addresses an audience at the National Association of Retail Druggists at an event in Portland, Oregon, on October 15th, 1973

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: President Gerald Ford Conversing with Alan Greenspan

President Gerald Ford Conversing with Alan Greenspan
(Original Caption) President Gerald Ford huddles with Alan Greenspan, the new Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers, at the White House on September 5, 1974

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Mrs. Ford Taking Dance Lessons as a Young Woman

Mrs. Ford Taking Dance Lessons as a Young Woman
(Original Caption) Elizabeth A. Bloomer, now Mrs. Gerald R. Ford, wife of the president, takes part in a class led by Martha Hill (right center) at the Bennington College Summer School of the Dance

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Betty Ford Appearing on Good Morning America

Betty Ford Appearing on Good Morning America
2/1984- New York, NY: Betty Ford, the wife of Former President Gerald Ford, during an interview on "Good Morning America" in which she discussed her drinking problem

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford and Betty Ford Waving

Gerald Ford and Betty Ford Waving
(Original Caption) Dallas, Texas: Former President Gerald Ford and wife Betty wave to delegates during his GOP Convention appearance, August 21st

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford Speaking

Gerald Ford Speaking
(Original Caption) Dallas, Texas: Former President Gerald Ford addresses the Republican National Convention from the podium

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford Speaking

Gerald Ford Speaking
(Original Caption) Dallas, Texas: Former President Gerald Ford addresses the Republican National Convention from the podium

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Portrait of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Ford

Portrait of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Ford
(Original Caption) Chicago: Former President Gerald Ford and his wife, Betty, Talk during the taping of The Donahue Show. The show will be aired on Tuesday March 3, 1987

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford Testifying

Gerald Ford Testifying
(Original Caption) Washington: Former President Gerald Ford (L) is watched by Judge Robert Bork as he testifies on behalf of the latter before the Senate Judiciary Committee

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Michael Jordan Receiving Award From Gerald Ford

Michael Jordan Receiving Award From Gerald Ford
(Original Caption) Bulls superstar Michael Jordan is presented a plaque honoring him at the second annual Legends and Fans Dinner 9/7 by former President Gerald Ford

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford Appearing Before Congress

Gerald Ford Appearing Before Congress
(Original Caption) Washington: Former President Gerald Ford appears before Congress to talk about the war powers act

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford and Jimmy Carter Meeting with George Bush

Gerald Ford and Jimmy Carter Meeting with George Bush
(Original Caption) Washington: President-elect George Bush (C) is joined by former Presidents Gerald Ford (L) and Jimmy Carter in front of the Old Executive Office Building, November 21st

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: President Jimmy Carter and Gerald Ford at Microphones During Consultation Forum

President Jimmy Carter and Gerald Ford at Microphones During Consultation Forum
(Original Caption) Atlanta: Former Presidents Jimmy Carter (R) and Gerald Ford sit side-by-side as they listen to results of the Consultation on a New Hemispheric Agenda at the Carter Center 3/30

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Four Past Presidents Huddling Together

Four Past Presidents Huddling Together
(Original Caption) Yorba Linda, Calif.: The past four Republican presidents of the United States take a moment to confer inside the Richard M. Nixon Library and birthplace prior to its dedication

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford and Ronald Reagan Shaking Hands

Gerald Ford and Ronald Reagan Shaking Hands
(Original Caption) Yorba Linda, Calif.: Former Presidents Ronald Reagan, left, and Gerald B. Ford shake hands as President Bush watches at the dedication of the Richard M

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Presidents Reagan, Nixon, Bush, and Ford

Presidents Reagan, Nixon, Bush, and Ford
(Original Caption) Yorba Linda, California: Marking the first time since 1981 four U.S

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Former Presidents of the United States Standing Together

Former Presidents of the United States Standing Together
(Original Caption) Simi Valley, California: The five living U.S. presidents pose for a group photo at the dedication of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library November 4

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Nelson Rockefeller Speaking

Nelson Rockefeller Speaking
(Original Caption) Nelson Rockefeller speaks as Gerald Ford and unknown look on

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford and Family in White House

Gerald Ford and Family in White House
(Original Caption) Washington, DC: President Gerald Ford and his family in the White House. President and Mrs

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: George Harrison with Important Fan

George Harrison with Important Fan
(Original Caption) Salt Lake City: Fan

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford Posing with George Harrison and Organist

Gerald Ford Posing with George Harrison and Organist
(Original Caption) Washington: President Ford is greeted in the Oval Office of the White House, December 13th, by former Beatle George Harrison

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford Conversing with George Harrison and Organist

Gerald Ford Conversing with George Harrison and Organist
(Original Caption) Washington: President Ford is greeted in the Oval Office of the White House, December 13th, by former Beatle George Harrison

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald And Betty Ford

Gerald And Betty Ford
Former US President Gerald Ford (1913 - 2006) and his wife Betty (1918 - 2011) posing outside their home in Rancho Mirage, California, April 7th 1980. (Photo by UPI/Bettmann Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford

Gerald Ford
US President Gerald Ford (1913 - 2006) speaking at an event, March 1980. (Photo by UPI/Bettmann Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Portrait of Gerald R. Ford

Portrait of Gerald R. Ford
(Bettmann Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: The Warren Commission

The Warren Commission
Chief Justice Earl Warren and other Washington luminaries at a table. The Warren Commission was appointed by President Johnson to investigate the assassination of John F. Kennedy

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Warren Commission Meeting over Kennedy Assassination

Warren Commission Meeting over Kennedy Assassination
12/5/1963- Washington, DC: Representative Hale Boggs, Representative of Louisiana. Seven man commission meets to begin work on its investigation of the assassination of President Kennedy

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Earl Warren at the Texas School Book Depository Building

Earl Warren at the Texas School Book Depository Building.At right is Rep.(later President)Gerald R.Ford a member of the committee

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Members of the Warren Commission

Members of the Warren Commission
Chief Justice Earl Warren and other Washington luminaries at a table. The Warren Commission was appointed by President Johnson to investigate the assassination of John F. Kennedy

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Members of the Warren Commission

Members of the Warren Commission, which was put together to investigate the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. The members are (l-r): Rep. Gerald R. Ford (R-Mich); Rep

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Lyndon Johnson Receiving Kennedy Assassination Report

Lyndon Johnson Receiving Kennedy Assassination Report
(Original Caption) The Warren Commission hands to President Johnson at the White House today its voluminous report on the Kennedy assassination. Left to right: John J. McCloy; J

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Dwight D. Eisenhower Speaking with Colleagues

Dwight D. Eisenhower Speaking with Colleagues
(Original Caption) Gettysburg, Pennsylvania: Former President Eisenhower talks with representatives Gerald Ford (L) and Bob Wilson (C)

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Meeting of Government Leaders in 1966

Meeting of Government Leaders in 1966
(Original Caption) Men of Decision

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Close up Portrait of Gerald Ford

Close up Portrait of Gerald Ford
(Original Caption) House Minority Leader Gerald Ford in the Capitol Building

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Close up Portrait of Gerald Ford

Close up Portrait of Gerald Ford
(Original Caption) House Minority Leader Gerald Ford in the Capitol Building

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford and Sen Everett Dirksen Comment

Gerald Ford and Sen Everett Dirksen Comment
(Original Caption) 6/2/1966-Washington, D.C.- GOP congressional leaders, Representative Gerald Ford, (L), and Senator Everett M

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Republican Leaders at Press Conference

Republican Leaders at Press Conference
(Original Caption) 12/11/1967- Washington, DC- Top Republican leaders, meeting here today

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Senator Evertt Dirkson and Gerald Ford

Senator Evertt Dirkson and Gerald Ford
(Original Caption) 12/15/1967-Wasington, DC- Congressional leaders, Senator Everett M. Dirkson and Represenative Gerald R

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Republicans in Session

Republicans in Session
Washington, DC: Gerald Ford speaking at Republican State of the Union meeting. Other members not identified

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford and Everett Dirksen Speaking for the Press

Gerald Ford and Everett Dirksen Speaking for the Press
(Original Caption) Republican Congressional leaders went on record today against the tax on travel as proposed by President Johnson. Here, House GOP Leader Gerald R

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Governor George Romney

Governor George Romney
(Original Caption) Big Huddle. Washington, DC: Michigan Governor George Romney leans on elbow as he confers with House GOP leader Gerald R. Ford (left) at the National Governors Conference today

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford

Gerald Ford
Representative Gerald Ford (1913 - 2006) of Michigan, permanent chairman of the 1968 Republican National Convention

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Edward Brooke And Gerald Ford

Edward Brooke And Gerald Ford
Senator Edward Brooke (1919 - 2015) of Massachusetts, temporary chairman of the Republican National Convention, with the permanent chairman of the Convention

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Billy Graham Praying at Republican National Convention

Billy Graham Praying at Republican National Convention
(Original Caption

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: President Nixon Being Sworn Into Office

President Nixon Being Sworn Into Office
(Original Caption) President elect Richard Nixon, followed by Senator Everett Dirksen ( right) and Representative Gerald Ford, arrives at Inaugural Stand, January 20th

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Everett Dirksen and Gerald Ford Addressing Newsmen

Everett Dirksen and Gerald Ford Addressing Newsmen
(Original Caption) Senate Republican leader Everett Dirksen, left, and House Republican leader Rep

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Herb Klein and Allen Woods Attending Press Conference

Herb Klein and Allen Woods Attending Press Conference
(Original Caption) Herb Klein, right, White House Director of Communications, and Press Office Staff Assistant Allen Woods, listen to Senator Dirksen and Rep

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Portrait of Everett Dirksen and Gerald Ford

Portrait of Everett Dirksen and Gerald Ford
(Original Caption) Senate Minority Leader Everett Dirksen (right) and House Minority Leader Gerald Ford, talk to newsmen, 2/5, after White House meeting with President Nixon

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Ted Williams Laughs with Gerald Ford, John McCormick

Ted Williams Laughs with Gerald Ford, John McCormick
(Original Caption) 6/17/1969-Washington, D.C.- Speaker of the House John McCormick (l) and Rep

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford

Gerald Ford
The 38th President of the United States, Gerald Ford, speaks at podium

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford with Hugh Scott

Gerald Ford with Hugh Scott
(Original Caption) Washington: GOP Congressional leaders Rep. Gerlad Ford (R-Mich) (left), House Republican leader; and Sen. Hugh Scott (R-Pa.), Senate minority leader

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Richard Nixon with Congressional Leaders

Richard Nixon with Congressional Leaders
(Original Caption) Washington: Pres. Nixon met with Congressional leaders of both parties at the White House for follow-up talks on his State of the Union message last night

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Hale Boggs

Hale Boggs
(Original Caption) Representative Hale Boggs, House Majority Leader, in close up at a press conference upon his return from a visit to mainland China. Rep

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford

Gerald Ford
(Original Caption) Close-ups of Representative Gerald Ford, House Minority leader, as he talks to reporters upon his return from a visit to mainland China

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Bob Dole Receiving Large Gavel

Bob Dole Receiving Large Gavel
(Original Caption) Washington: Sen. J. Glenn Beall Jr. (R-Md.) (center) presents a five-pound gavel to Sen. Bob Dole of Kansas, Republican National Chairman, and Rep

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Ronald Reagan Handing Gavel to Gerald Ford

Ronald Reagan Handing Gavel to Gerald Ford
(Original Caption) Miami Beach, Florida: The gavel passes from California Governor Ronald Reagan, temporary chairman of the GOP convention, to permanent chairman Rep

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford And Family At Christmas

Gerald Ford And Family At Christmas
Congressman Gerald Ford (1913 - 2006) and his wife, Betty (1918 - 2011) pose with their children (left to right) Jack, Susan, Steven and Mike at their ski resort home in Vail, Colorado

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford And Family At Christmas

Gerald Ford And Family At Christmas
Congressman Gerald Ford (1913 - 2006) and his wife Betty (1918 - 2011) pose with their children (left to right) Jack, Susan, Steven and Mike at their ski resort home in Vail, Colorado

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Nixon Leaving White House

Nixon Leaving White House
Julie Nixon Eisenhower, David Eisenhower

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford Nominated for Vice Presidency

Gerald Ford Nominated for Vice Presidency
President Nixon nominated House Republican Leader Gerald Ford of Michigan to succeed Spiro T. Agnew as Vice President

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Richard Nixon with Gerald Ford

Richard Nixon with Gerald Ford
Rep Gerald Ford with President Nixon in White House as Ford was nominated for Vice Presidential Post. (Photo by UPI Color/Bettmann Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford Becomes Vice President

Gerald Ford Becomes Vice President
Gerald Ford (1913 - 2006) addresses an audience in the East Room of the White House in Washington after being nominated by President Nixon (right, 1913 - 1994) as Vice President on October 12th

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford Becomes Vice President

Gerald Ford Becomes Vice President
Gerald Ford (1913 - 2006) addresses an audience in East Room at the White House in Washington after being nominated by President Nixon (right, 1913 - 1994) as Vice President on October 12th, 1973

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Carl Albert and Gerald Ford

Carl Albert and Gerald Ford
(Original Caption) Washington: Speaker of the House Carl Albert, right, and Rep. Gerald Ford, R-Mich

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford Delivering Speech

Gerald Ford Delivering Speech
Vice President designate Gerald Ford (1913 - 2006) addresses an audience at the National Association of Retail Druggists in Portland, Oregon, on October 15th, 1973

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford Swimming in Pool

Gerald Ford Swimming in Pool
(Original Caption) Alexandria, VA: Vice Presidential nominee Representative Gerald Ford takes an early morning swim in his pool at his Alexandria, VA home

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford In His Office

Gerald Ford In His Office
Republican House Minority Leader Gerald Ford (1913 - 2006) in his office in Washington on October 23rd, 1973. (Photo by UPI/Bettmann Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Vice President Nominee Gerald Ford Faces Congressional Confirmation

Vice President Nominee Gerald Ford Faces Congressional Confirmation
Representative Gerald R. Ford (left), the first vice presidential nominee ever to face congressional confirmation, told his House colleagues that President Nixon has his full support

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford Standing at Microphones During Swearing In Ceremony

Gerald Ford Standing at Microphones During Swearing In Ceremony
(Original Caption) Gerald Ford acknowledged applause after he was sworn in as the 40th Vice President of the United States, during ceremonies in the House Chamber

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford Displays Vp Commission

Gerald Ford Displays Vp Commission
(Original Caption) WASHINGTON-12/6/73-: Rep. Gerald Ford displays his Vice Presidential Commission at the White House 12/6

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald R. Ford Sworn in as Vice President

Gerald R. Ford Sworn in as Vice President
(Original Caption) Gerald R. Ford is sworn in as the 40th Vice President of the United States in ceremonies in the House chamber 12/6. Left to right: President Nixon; Mrs

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Pres. Nixon And His New Vice President

Pres. Nixon And His New Vice President
(Original Caption) WASHINGTON-12/6/73-: President Nixon and his new Vice President, Gerald R. Ford, acknowledge applause after Ford took his oath of office in the House Chamber 12/6

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Vice President Ford Addresses Congress

Vice President Ford Addresses Congress
Vice President Gerald Ford (1913 - 2006) addresses Congress after taking his oath of office in the House of Representatives in Washington on December 6th, 1973

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Vice President Ford Addresses Congress

Vice President Ford Addresses Congress
US President Richard Nixon (far right)

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford At Ski Resort

Gerald Ford At Ski Resort
Vice President Gerald Ford (1913 - 2006) wears ski clothing during a skiing holiday in Vail in Coorado on December 22nd, 1973. (Photo by UPI/Bettmann Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford At Ski Resort

Gerald Ford At Ski Resort
Vice President Gerald Ford (1913 - 2006) wears ski clothing during a skiing holiday in Vail in Coorado on December 22nd, 1973. (Photo by UPI/Bettmann Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford At Ski Resort

Gerald Ford At Ski Resort
Vice President Gerald Ford (1913 - 2006) wears ski clothing during a skiing holiday in Vail in Coorado on December 22nd, 1973. (Photo by UPI/Bettmann Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: President Ford Discussing Progress with Henry Kissinger

President Ford Discussing Progress with Henry Kissinger
(Original Caption) In the dining car on the train from Vladivostok to the airport on November 23, 1974, President Gerald Ford discusses progress on the S.A.L.T

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: John Sirica Shaking Hands with Ronald Reagan

John Sirica Shaking Hands with Ronald Reagan
(Original Caption) Washington, D.C.: U.S. District Court Judge John J. Sirica was on hand as a guest at Washington's Touchdown Club Awards dinner

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: King Hussein Talking with President Gerald Ford

King Hussein Talking with President Gerald Ford
(Original Caption) King Hussein of Jordan meets with Vice President Ford at the Blair Home. Hussein was there for talks with U. S. Officials

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Pres. Nixon And Vice Pres. Ford Waving

Pres. Nixon And Vice Pres. Ford Waving
(Original Caption) WASHINGTON-3/27/74-: President Nixon and Vice President Gerald Ford wave to GOP supporters at a $1, 000 a plate fund raising dinner 3/27

Background imageA Visual Journey Through History: Gerald Ford and Billy Graham at Golf Course

Gerald Ford and Billy Graham at Golf Course
(Original Caption) "Now Reverend, what was wrong with that?", seems to be what Vice President Gerald Ford (l) is asking Dr



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