Address at University of Washington

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Address at University of Washington

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Accession Number: WH-056-001

Digital Identifier: JFKWHA-056-001

Title: Address at the University of Washington's 100th Anniversary Program, 16 November 1961

Date(s) of Materials: 16 November 1961

Description:Audio recording of President John F. Kennedy’s address at the University of Washington’s 100th anniversary program held at the Edmondson Pavilion in Seattle, Washington. In his speech President Kennedy discusses the creation of educational institutions through the Morrill Acts of 1862 and 1890. He also addresses the current state of American international relations, with emphasis on the challenges of defending freedom and maintaining peace as a world power.

Copyright Status: Public Domain

Physical Description: 1 audio tape/reel (18 minutes)

Creator: Archival Creator: Department of Defense. Department of the Army. Office of the Chief Signal Officer. White House Army Signal Agency. (05/01/1954 - 1962)

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