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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-240-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s filmed statement to the Motion Picture Association in observance of Bill of Rights Day.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-230-008
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at the White House Columbus Day celebration held in the White House Flower Garden. In his speech President Kennedy discusses the numerous contributions to society made by Americans of Italian descent, and compares Columbus’s voyage to modern space exploration efforts.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-194-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s taped remarks to Danish-Americans to be played at their 4th of July celebration in Rebild, Jutland, Denmark. In his address the President expresses his gratitude for the friendship between the United States and Denmark.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-113-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s address at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In his speech President Kennedy discusses the enduring relevance of the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, explains the role of the United States in relation to the emerging European Community, and characterizes the American democratic system as one that encourages dissent and differences of opinion.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-111-002
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at an Independence Day celebration with the American community of Mexico City held at a recreation area in Cuidad Satélite. In his remarks President Kennedy discusses the two countries’ shared history of revolution, and thanks the people of Mexico for the hospitality he and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy received during their visit.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-110-002
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s message for Independence Day celebrations recorded in the White House Cabinet Room. In his speech President Kennedy praises the efforts of the participants of the American Revolutionary War, explains the philosophical principles of the American Revolution, and praises those who helped develop the American republic for creating a society that protects and implements those ideological constructs.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-108-005
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s greetings to the citizens of Denmark on their 50th observance of the United States’ Independence Day. In his speech President Kennedy discusses the contributions of Danish-American citizens, and explains the countries’ common democratic traditions, sense of individualism, and purpose in the Atlantic community.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-143-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s filmed remarks urging the public to vote on Election Day.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-143-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s filmed remarks urging the public to vote on Election Day.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-139-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at the Pulaski Day Parade in Buffalo, New York. In his speech President Kennedy discusses the contemporary relevance of General Kazimierz Pulaski’s efforts in the American Revolution, noting Poland’s role in the Cold War. The President describes the Soviet Union’s domination as temporary, and notes that in order to prevent the spread of communism, the United States must enact policies of economic flexibility and strengthen the links that connect Poland to Western nations.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-139-002
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at the Niagara Falls Municipal Airport in Niagara Falls, New York concerning the General Pulaski Memorial Day ceremonies.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-136-004
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at a Columbus Day celebration at City Hall in Newark, New Jersey. In his speech, President Kennedy discusses the relevance of Columbus’s expedition to contemporary issues and compliments the numerous contributions to society made by Americans of Italian descent.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-042-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at the wreath-laying ceremony at the Simon Bolivar Monument in Washington, D.C. held in honor of Venezuelan Independence Day. In his speech the President congratulates the people of Venezuela on the 150th anniversary of their liberation. The recording contains some background noise.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-023-004
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at the Pan American Day ceremonies held at the Pan American Union in Washington, D.C. In his speech the President discusses the goals and accomplishments of the Organization for American States, explains the fundamental purposes of Pan-Americanism, and describes the mission of the Alliance for Progress to improve social, political, and economic conditions in the Western hemisphere.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-023-002
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at a reception celebrating African Freedom Day (later known as African Liberation Day) held in the drawing room of the State Department Auditorium. In his speech President Kennedy discusses his hopes for strong relations between the United States and African nations and commends the efforts of African nations to achieve independence, drawing parallels to the political philosophies of the American Revolution.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-019-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at the centennial celebration of the unification of Italy held at the State Department Auditorium in Washington, D.C.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-155-008
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at The Lighting of the National Christmas Tree for the 1962 Pageant for Peace held on the White House Ellipse Grounds. In his speech President Kennedy expresses gratitude for certain citizens celebrating abroad, and discusses the ways in which Christmas symbolizes the necessity of living in harmony with one’s neighbors.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-155-006
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s filmed Christmas message to members United States Armed Forces.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-075-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s proclamation of March as Red Cross Month.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-068-007
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s message to the people of Vietnam on the occasion of Tết (Vietnamese New Year) recorded and transmitted through the Voice of America. In his speech President Kennedy wishes the Vietnamese people a peaceful new year, and discusses the presence of communism in Southeast Asia.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-063-005
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s holiday season message to the men and women serving in the United States Armed Forces.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-063-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s recorded Christmas message to the people of West Berlin. In his speech President Kennedy discusses the international pursuit of peace.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-058-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at an Armistice Day wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery. In his speech President Kennedy discusses the importance of pursuing peace and remembering those who sacrificed their lives for their country on Veterans Day.
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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-049-005
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s proclamation of March as Red Cross Month.