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Sound recording
White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-231-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks on the White House South Lawn upon the arrival of Seán Lemass, Taoiseach (Prime Minister) of Ireland. In his speech President Kennedy discusses his recent trip to Ireland and the numerous contributions to society made by Americans of Irish descent.
Sound recording
White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-202-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s address to the Oireachtas Éireann, the national parliament of Ireland, at Leinster House in Dublin, Ireland. In his speech the President discusses the historic relationship between Ireland and the United States, the numerous contributions to society made by Americans of Irish descent, and commends the representatives on Ireland's social, political, and economic advancements following the Famine. President Kennedy also explains the necessity for cooperative international relations in an increasingly global society, famously noting, "The supreme reality of our time is our indivisibility as children of God and the common vulnerability of this planet."
Sound recording
White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-201-002
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at the City Hall in Cork, Ireland upon receiving Freedom of the City. In his speech the President thanks the city for the honor bestowed upon him, discusses Ireland's unique history of immigration, and explains the necessity for strong, cooperative international relations in an increasingly global climate.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-047-025
This folder contains a press copy of an exchange of remarks between President John F. Kennedy and Sean Lemass, Taoiseach (Prime Minister) of Ireland, upon the latter's arrival on the South Lawn of the White House. In his remarks the President discusses his recent trip to Ireland and the numerous contributions to society made by Americans of Irish descent. Prime Minister Lemass discusses the historical relationship between Ireland and the United States, noting a common struggle for independence and a shared dedication to the ideals of freedom and democracy.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-045-036
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's address to the Oireachtas Éireann, the national parliament of Ireland, at Leinster House in Dublin, Ireland. In his speech the President discusses the historic relationship between Ireland and the United States, describes the numerous contributions to society made by Americans of Irish descent, and commends the representatives on Ireland's social, political, and economic advancements following the Famine. President Kennedy also explains the necessity for cooperative international relations in an increasingly global society, famously noting, "The supreme reality of our time is our indivisibility as children of God and the common vulnerability of this planet." Materials in this folder include various memoranda, a draft, a press copy, and a reading copy of the speech, and press releases concerning the President's presentation of the flag of the 69th New York Volunteers Irish Brigade to the Irish people. Of note are several items with handwritten notations by the President.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-045-035
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's remarks at the City Hall in Cork, Ireland upon receiving Freedom of the City, a civic award typically conferred to visiting dignitaries for their contributions to the city. In his speech the President thanks the city for the honor bestowed upon him, discusses Ireland's unique history of immigration, and explains the necessity for strong, cooperative international relations in a climate of increasing globalization.