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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-EMZ-07
Zuckert discusses the space program, military oriented space programs, and the allocation of responsibilities between NASA and United States Air Force in regards to the space program. He also discusses his role as Secretary of the Air Force and various military relations and programs, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-EMZ-05
Zuckert discusses the differing opinions of the United States Air Force and Navy regarding joint aircraft, the Tactical Experimental Fighter [TFX] Hearings that evolved from this, and his involvement in the hearings. He also covers the support and opposition for the designation of the B-70, as well as various Research and Development programs, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-EMZ-03
Zuckert discusses the use of strategic weapons and programs, such as Polaris and Skybolt, and includes an overview of the opinions held by himself, John F. Kennedy [JFK], Robert S. McNamara, and the United States Air Force Chief of Staff regarding the use of them. He also discusses his own concerns as Secretary of the Air Force, touching upon general communication issues between the military and JFK regarding the use of strategic weapons, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-MWW-01
Williams discusses his role as the United States Ambassador to El Salvador, his apprehension about American military involvement in El Salvador and Latin America, and other aspects of the Alliance for Progress program that was carried out in El Salvador, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-TJQ-01
This interview focuses on John F. Kennedy’s 1946 campaign for Congress and his efforts on behalf of disabled veterans throughout his political career, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-TSP-01
This interview focuses on concerns about a missile gap during the Kennedy administration, the use of air surveillance to gather intelligence, and the Cuban Missile Crisis.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-WBP-01
This interview focuses on military and economic assistance to other countries during the Kennedy administration, working with Congress to pass a budget, and the relationships between the various departments in the White House, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-PHN-02
This interview focuses on a report Nitze wrote on nuclear weaponry and the Kennedy administration’s change in policy concerning nuclear weapons and defense strategies, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-PHN-01
This interview focuses on Nitze’s time on the National Security Policy Committee, the workings of the Department of Defense, and the Kennedy administration’s approach to nuclear weapons, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-PM-01
This interview covers JFK’s military service during World War II and Munroe’s coverage of the 1960 and 1968 presidential campaigns, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JLMM-01
This interview focuses on John F. Kennedy’s visits to Puerto Rico, the political situation in Puerto Rico, and the debate over expanding the military base on Vieques Island, among other topics
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RSM-01
McNamara discusses the defense budget and military strategy during the Eisenhower and Kennedy administrations, the recruitment of Defense Department staff, his appointment as Secretary of Defense, the Bay of Pigs, and the Cuban Missile Crisis.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-EFM-01
This interview focuses on JFK’s military service during World War II, his early political career, and his friendship with McLaughlin, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-DEM-01
This interview focuses on the conflict between the civilians and the military in the Defense Department, the TFX contract hearings, and the inner workings of the Defense Department during the Kennedy administration, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-CPR-01
This interview focuses on the 1960 Democratic primary in Wisconsin, the internal operations of the Defense Department under Robert S. McNamara, and the relations between the military and the Defense Department, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JKR-01
In this interview Ruina discusses the Nike-Zeus antiballistic-missile-missiles; briefing President John F. Kennedy [JFK] on the Nike-Zeus missiles; JFK’s comprehension of the briefing material and the type of questions he asked; Project Defender; the background and organization of the Advanced Research Projects Agency; the leadership and organization of the Department of Defense; interactions with Robert S. McNamara; competition between the military and the Defense Department on research and development and for resources and congressional funds; the period of new, advanced—but not always useful—technology; and Project AGILE and counterinsurgency efforts in Vietnam, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JOR-02
In this interview, Rubel discusses contractors working for the Department of Defense, communication satellites and missile systems, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JOR-01
In this interview, Rubel discusses the administration transition from Dwight D. Eisenhower to John F. Kennedy, Air Force bombing technology, and space programs, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-HGR-01
This interview focuses on meetings at the White House about establishing a multilateral force, John F. Kennedy’s concern about education, and the internal operations of the Kennedy administration, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-SFR-01
This interview focuses on Reynolds’ time stationed in the Solomon Islands during World War II, his acquaintance with John F. Kennedy, and the sinking of PT boat 109, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-EOR-01
This interview focuses on the political situation in East Asia, relations between the United States and Japan, and the Kennedy administration’s approach to foreign policy in Japan, among other topics.
Sound recording
Edward M. Kennedy Senate Files
EMKSEN-AU0007-010-013
Sound recording of the radio program "Face Off." Senator Edward M. "Ted" Kennedy of Massachusetts and Senator Robert J. "Bob" Dole of Kansas discuss the need for a full accounting of American POW (Prisoners of War) and MIA (Missing in Action) soldiers in Vietnam. The episode aired on Wednesday, August 19, 1987, on the Mutual Broadcasting System.
Sound recording
Edward M. Kennedy Senate Files
EMKSEN-AU0007-007-009
Sound recording of the radio program "Face Off." Senator Edward M. "Ted" Kennedy of Massachusetts and Senator Robert J. "Bob" Dole of Kansas debate the application of the War Powers Act in the context of President Ronald Reagan and the U.S. military heading for a confrontation with Iran in the Persian Gulf. The episode aired on June 8, 1987, on the Mutual Broadcasting System.
Sound recording
Edward M. Kennedy Senate Files
EMKSEN-AU0007-007-001
Sound recording of the radio program "Face Off." Senator Edward M. "Ted" Kennedy of Massachusetts and Senator Robert J. "Bob" Dole of Kansas debate a proposal to sell U.S. jet fighters to Honduras and the potential response from Nicaragua and effect on Central America. The episode aired on Wednesday, May 27, 1987, on the Mutual Broadcasting System.
Sound recording
Edward M. Kennedy Senate Files
EMKSEN-AU0007-006-015
Sound recording of the radio program "Face Off." Senator Edward M. "Ted" Kennedy of Massachusetts and Senator Robert J. "Bob" Dole of Kansas discuss the attack on the USS Stark in the Persian Gulf that left 37 U.S. Navy personnel dead. The episode aired on Tuesday, May 26, 1987, on the Mutual Broadcasting System.