Christian A. Herter, poses with his family at the White House today after he was sworn in as Secretary of State. Left to right are: Mrs. Christian A. Herter, Jr.; her husband; Mrs. Adele Seronde, daughter of the Herters; the Secretary and Mrs. Herter; Mrs. E. Miles Herter and her husband, and Mrs. Frderick Herter, daughter-in-law. The third son, Frederick, is not shown. In front is E. Miles Herter, Jr., who is being coaxed by his grandfather to go over and shake hands with President Eisenhower. He did.

Photo is dated 1959.

Photo measures 10 x 8.25 inches.