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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-030
This file contains copies of speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy at Montgomery Blair High School in Silver Spring, Maryland during his 1960 presidential campaign. In the speeches the Senator discusses domestic and international issues, including a need to re-establish the United States as a world leader to fight the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0900-001
This file contains a copy and draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the United Nations Association of Maryland dinner in Baltimore, Maryland. In his speech the Senator discusses the role of the United Nations in diplomacy and foreign policy efforts to meet global challenges, and the need for United States cooperation with the U.N. to secure regions under communist influence, specifically the Middle East and India. Of note is a draft with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0896-011
This folder contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the annual banquet of the Histadrut Zionist Organization in Baltimore, Maryland. In his speech the Senator discusses Israel and seven factors influencing the future of the Middle East including oil, the Soviet Union, nationalism, Egypt, and Israel.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-022
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “India and China,” given at Hood College in Frederick, Maryland. In his speech he discusses relations between the two countries including competition for control of the East, and a proposal by Senator Kennedy for the creation of a multi-national development fund for India in the struggle against communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-017
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Disarmament,” given at Washington College in Chestertown, Maryland. In his speech he discusses the difficulty of arms control, the relationship between the United States and Soviet Union, and the introduction of a bill to establish the Arms Control Research Institute.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-049
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at Pikesville Armory in Pikesville, Maryland during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev's attendance at the 15th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-048
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at Towson Shopping Center in Baltimore, Maryland during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses a need to re-establish the United States as a world leader to protect against the growing threat of communism.
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White House Photographs
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President John F. Kennedy and others greet United States Air Force RB-47 pilots recently released from the Soviet Union upon their arrival at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland. (L-R) Front row: James Olmstead (father of Captain Olmstead); President Kennedy; Captain Freeman Bruce Olmstead; Gail Olmstead (wife of Captain Olmstead); Mrs. James Olmstead (mother of Captain Olmstead); Captain John McKone; Connie McKone (wife of Captain McKone). Members of the United States Air Force stand back of group.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6299-C
President John F. Kennedy and others greet United States Air Force RB-47 pilots recently released from the Soviet Union upon their arrival at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland. Crowd includes President Kennedy; Press Secretary Pierre Salinger (partially hidden); Captain Freeman Bruce Olmstead with wife Gail Olmstead; Connie McKone hugging husband Captain John McKone; members of the United States Air Force.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6299-B
President John F. Kennedy and others arrive to greet United States Air Force RB-47 pilots recently released from the Soviet Union at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland. Crowd includes Press Secretary Pierre Salinger (third from left); President Kennedy; James Olmstead and his wife, parents of Captain Freeman Bruce Olmstead; Gail Olmstead, wife of Captain Olmstead; Connie McKone, wife of Captain John McKone; members of the United States Air Force.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6299-A
United States Air Force RB-47 pilots recently released from the Soviet Union greet their wives upon arriving at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland. (L-R) Gail Olmstead; Captain Freeman Bruce Olmstead; Captain John McKone; Connie McKone.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1058-019
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Maryland discussing the legacy of the Democratic Party, education, the economy, disarmament, international relations, Communism, and Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1057-004
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania. In his speeches the Senator discusses the legacy of the Democratic Party, Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev’s visit to the United Nations, international relations, Communism, and legislation; and asks for support for his 1960 presidential campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1033-001
This folder contains copies of speeches made by Senator John F. Kennedy in Kansas, Maryland, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin. Topics include the American character, a need for Democratic leadership to facilitate new ideas and resolve issues, and the threat of communism. Also included is a speech concerning a gap in achievements in agriculture, military, education, and space exploration between the United States and the Soviet Union.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1028-032
This folder contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Indiana, Maryland, Oregon, West Virginia, and Wisconsin titled, “Disarmament,” concerning the difficulty of arms control, the relationship between the United States and Soviet Union, and the introduction of a bill to establish the Arms Control Research Institute.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1027-006
This folder contains transcripts of press conferences, statements, and speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, and West Virginia during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics addressed include organized labor, unemployment, and Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev’s visit to the United States.