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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-WAH-02
In this interview Harriman discusses his position in the State Department as a roving ambassador, including his flexibility in making decisions in the field, and traveling around the world; John F. Kennedy's [JFK] conception of the Soviet Union; interactions with Souvanna Phouma and changes in general opinion of him; evaluating options for American action or intervention in Laos; the international meeting in Geneva over Laos, including dealing with the Soviet negotiator George M. Pushking and with the Chinese; comparing JFK and Franklin D. Roosevelt in their respective administration of the State Department; and the Joint Chiefs’ attitude towards Laos and the concept of limited commitment, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JSE-01
Everton discusses the 1962 coup d’état, Burmese and Chinese foreign policy issues, and Burmese nationalization, among other issues.
Textual folder
James C. Thomson Personal Papers
JCTPP-024-018
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James C. Thomson Personal Papers
JCTPP-020-009
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-319a-007
This folder contains memoranda by Chester Bowles, President John F. Kennedy’s Special Representative for Asian, African, and Latin American Affairs, regarding relations between Taiwan and Communist China, discrimination against private United States investments and industry by Mexico, and the need for a restriction on distribution of aid to Latin American countries. Also included in this folder are memoranda and a draft of a proposed speech for President Kennedy regarding U.S. policies towards Southeast Asia, particularly Laos and Vietnam.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-319a-006
This folder contains a memorandum by Chester Bowles, President John F. Kennedy’s Special Representative for Asian, African, and Latin American Affairs, titled, “U.S. Policies in the Far East: Review and Recommendations, ” regarding United States policy towards Communist China; non-communist Asia; Sino-Soviet relations; and military situations in Laos, Vietnam, and Taiwan.
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Papers of Robert F. Kennedy. Attorney General Papers
RFKAG-219-005
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-331-010
This folder contains a copy of National Security Action Memoranda number 80 (NSAM 80) regarding decisions approved by President John F. Kennedy at a meeting on Southeast Asia. Also included in this folder are memoranda to McGeorge Bundy, Special Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs, from National Security Council staff member Robert H. Johnson discussing NSAM 80 and aerial photographic reconnaissance of Laos.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-232-011
This folder contains orientation materials for a war game exercise pertaining to Southeast Asia, including Laos and Vietnam.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-232-012
This folder contains materials related to a war game exercise pertaining to Southeast Asia, including Laos and Vietnam.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-232-009
This folder contains a summary report regarding a war game exercise pertaining to Southeast Asia, including Laos and Vietnam.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-232-010
This folder contains a summary report regarding a war game exercise pertaining to Southeast Asia, including Laos and Vietnam.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-232-008
This folder contains a summary report regarding a war game exercise pertaining to Southeast Asia, including Laos and Vietnam.