Governor L. Douglas Wilder being recorded signing legislation into law.

Governor Wilder was featured in multiple media appearances. In this particular photograph, Wilder is presented possibly signing legislation into law while the media makes its mark by capturing the moment for the public.

Governor L. Douglas Wilder being recorded while making a speech to the media on legislative proposals.

Governor Wilder was featured in multiple media appearances. In this particular photograph, Wilder is presented possibly making a speech to the media on legislative proposals while the media makes its mark by capturing the moment for the public.

Governor L. Douglas Wilder being recorded while making a speech to the media on legislative proposals.

Governor Wilder was featured in multiple media appearances. In this particular photograph, Wilder is presented possibly making a speech to the media on legislative proposals while the media makes its mark by capturing the moment for the public.

Photograph of Governor Wilder meeting with Helmut Schaefer, Deputy Foreign Minister Germany.

Governor Wilder had met with many international leaders during his time as governor from 1990-1993. In this photograph he is seen meeting with Helmut Schaefer, Deputy Foreign Minister of Germany. Schaefer was appointed as a civil servant to the State Ministry of Education in Germany from 1977 to 1998. He was then appointed as State Minister of Foreign Affairs for Germany.

Photographs from Governor Wilder's Birthday in 1991.

In this photograph, Governor Wilder is seen celebrating his birthday in 1991 around many close advisors of his. His cake was seen themed for the commonwealth of Virginia. 

Governor L. Douglas Wilder observing Native culture and tradition.

In this photograph, Governor Wilder is seen observing and appreciating the culture and traditions of Indigenous people. Governor Wilder was a very curious and open-minded individual who appreciated people from all different walks of life and wanted to ensure that the people of Virginia felt comfortable practicing their many different cultures and traditions. He is pictured here enjoying his time learning from this Native tribe and getting immersed in their cultural dance.

Photographs of Governor L. Douglas Wilder visiting with students from South Anna Elementary School.

This photograph features students from South Anna Elementary School visiting Governor Wilder at the Virginia State Capitol. These young students had received a tour of the Capitol and were able to meet the Governor. Governor Wilder was passionate about educating the youth on governance and what Virginia's government does to help support the commonwealth. He was also passionate about education in general and made many efforts to ensure equitable policies were put in place to support those who made up the public education system in Virginia. 

A photograph of Governor L. Douglas Wilder's trip to China.

Governor Wilder was pictured with many international leaders during his time as Governor of Virginia. He was also visited by many international leaders and personally traveled to various countries in hopes it would bring Virginia economic prosperity with the trade relations he would create with those leaders. Governor Wilder is pictured with leaders and advisors from China. In this particular photograph, Governor Wilder is featured in China personally.

A photograph of Governor L. Douglas Wilder's trip to China.

Governor Wilder was pictured with many international leaders during his time as Governor of Virginia. He was also visited by many international leaders and personally traveled to various countries in hopes it would bring Virginia economic prosperity with the trade relations he would create with those leaders. In this particular photograph, Governor Wilder is featured in China personally. He seems to be touring and sightseeing around the country during his visit to China.

A photograph of Governor L. Douglas Wilder in the Virginia State Capitol.

This photograph includes Governor Wilder in the Virginia State Capitol. Governor Wilder was passionate about many different policies during his time serving the people of Virginia. Among the many included education, anti-drug policies, emergency preparedness, transportation, minority-owned businesses, and labor unions such as the AFL-CIO. Governor Wilder mentioned in his State of Commonwealth Address speech that he expected the General Assembly to remain productive and work diligently together to promote equitable policies for those residing in Virginia. He was regularly involved as Governor and was a former Senator in Virginia in the 1970s before becoming Lieutenant Governor. 

A photograph of Governor L. Douglas Wilder in the Virginia State Capitol.

This photograph includes Governor Wilder in the Virginia State Capitol. Governor Wilder was passionate about many different policies during his time serving the people of Virginia. Among the many included education, anti-drug policies, emergency preparedness, transportation, minority-owned businesses, and labor unions such as the AFL-CIO. Governor Wilder mentioned in his State of Commonwealth Address speech that he expected the General Assembly to remain productive and work diligently together to promote equitable policies for those residing in Virginia. He was regularly involved as Governor and was a former Senator in Virginia in the 1970s before becoming Lieutenant Governor. 

Newspaper clippings on the claims that Governor Wilder believes he is bugged.

This photograph contains a newspaper clipping on Governor Wilder's current feelings on possible wiretapping. Hence the title, "Wilder Says He's Bugged." It was believed that someone was recording Wilder's discussions through his cellular device and passing on that information to his Democratic rival U.S. Senator Charles S. Robb. It mentioned an interview with Governor Wilder amid his travels and trade relations with Europe that he believed he was being wiretapped, and that it was a "criminal act." Wiretapping had become more problematic and popular in America during the 1970s but had Governor Wilder and his administration increasingly worried during his time serving the Commonwealth in the early to mid-1990s.

Newspaper clipping on Wilder giving foreign policy briefings.

This photograph contains a newspaper clipping regarding Governor Wilder and foreign policy matters. Governor Wilder was very involved in international relations while he served the commonwealth. He was involved in international relations and policy building for the economic prosperity of Virginia. He wanted to ensure Virginia had great trade relations with countries across the globe. Some of his notable trips include South Korea, China, Japan, Botswana, and parts of Central America. This newspaper clipping discusses Wilder's private luncheon meeting with visitors in his Executive Mansion to talk about Sovereign trade, the European Community, the Soviet Union, NATO, and the Persian Gulf.

Newspaper clipping on Wilder meeting with German officials.

This particular photograph includes a newspaper clipping regarding Governor Wilder's travel ventures for Virginia's trade and economic prosperity. However, this newspaper clipping delves into Governor Wilder's travels specifically in Europe, and his relations with German officials. Governor Wilder met with German officials to discuss international affairs regarding Virginia's trade relations with Europe, particularly Germany. The newspaper clipping also includes that Governor Wilder met with top executives along with giving speeches. 

Newspaper clipping on Wilder promoting tourism and trade between countries.

This photograph contains a newspaper clipping regarding Governor Wilder and his efforts in trade relations between nations along with promoting tourism. Governor Wilder was very involved in international relations while he served the commonwealth. He was involved in international relations and policy building for the economic prosperity of Virginia. He wanted to ensure Virginia had great trade relations with countries across the globe. Some of his notable trips include South Korea, China, Japan, Botswana, and parts of Central America. This newspaper clipping specifically discusses the many trade opportunities Wilder embarked on as well as promoting more tourism and travel to strengthen ties and relations between nations and Virginia.

Newspaper clipping of Wilder telling state college presidents to report on student conduct policies.

Governor Wilder cared a great deal for many different policies and ensured that the Virginia General Assembly put them into action. Some policies he was passionate about included education. Governor Wilder is mentioned in this newspaper clipping advocating for more conduct policies for college students. Governor Wilder wanted to do this to ensure college campuses and college presidents were promoting safety for their students along with anti-drug policies. These policies would only make sure that college students were on the road to success with their academic and professional goals.

 A news article on October 11, 1991 titled “Memories return as Wilder sees Pork Chop Hill.” 

Miles Allen, Times Dispatch staff writer published a news article on October 11, 1991 titled “Memories return as Wilder sees Pork Chop Hill.” This was published 38 years later after Governor Wilder’s military service in Korea where he spent nights in a trenched covered by beams and sandbags. The Governor still called Pork Hill the front while on a helicopter tour of the enemy terrorist in the past. He recounted how the Pork Chop looked as big as Virginia’s biggest mountain during his military days. The Governor said they thought the mountain was impenetrable but from the air you can notice it vulnerability. Governor Wilder spend half an hour flying over the north Korean stronghold where he won a Bronze Star as a soldier as he rescued wounded Americans and captured prisoners. The Governor tried to block most of the memories of the war where his friends, comrades, buddies were wounded or killed.