George Rodrigue (American/Louisiana, 1944-2013), "Escort for the Kingfish", 1990, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower right, 48" x 72". Framed. In 1928, the exuberant politician Huey P. "The Kingfish" Long (1893-1935) was elected the 40th Governor of the fine state of Louisiana. During his term, the motor unit of the Louisiana State police (then known as the Law Enforcement Division of the Highway Commission) served as his personal bodyguard, escorting him to his various duties across the state. The head of this "Cajun Highway Police", as they were affectionately and colloquially known, was Sergeant Gerald Deffez. Years later, when Deffez's son commissioned George Rodrigue to paint a portrait commemorating his father, the artist used as inspiration a photograph taken of Deffez and his men standing at attention next to their bikes in Four Corners, Lafayette, awaiting the arrival of Long. This painting was exhibited at the State Capitol, Baton Rouge, Louisiana.