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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1027-014
This folder contains Senator John F. Kennedy’s itinerary for New England and copies of speeches given in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, and Rhode Island during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include a proposal for a Peace Corps, education, the economy, and support in the election. Also included in this folder is a transcript from a television program in which Senator Kennedy answers questions regarding religion, Communism, Fidel Castro, agriculture, and foreign policy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1027-005
This folder contains press releases, statements, speeches, and transcripts of press conferences given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Alaska, California, Idaho, Maine, Michigan, New York, Pennsylvania, Oregon, and Washington during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics addressed include voter registration, labor, legislation and congressional relations, the 1960 campaign, natural resources, Communism, Latin America, and the Soviet Union.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1026-009
This folder contains copies, excerpts, and press releases of speeches given in California, Michigan, New Mexico, New York, South Dakota, and Washington, D.C. by Senator John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include agriculture, differences between the Democratic and Republican Parties, and challenges ahead for the 1960s. Also included in this folder is a speech titled, “A Time for Decision,” given by Senator Kennedy on the floor of the United States Senate. In the speech the Senator addresses relations between the United States and the Soviet Union; Communism; disarmament; the importance of scientific development in the United States; and aid to areas in need, such as Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, and China.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1026-007
This folder contains copies, excerpts, and press releases of speeches given in Maryland, Nebraska, New York, and West Virginia by Senator John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential primary campaign. Topics include the need for industrial development for economic growth, disarmament, the educational system, issues between India and China, and the importance of voters in primary elections. Also included in this folder is an incomplete listing by date of the Senator’s campaign stops and speeches given in each city.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1036-016
This folder contains press releases from the headquarters of the Kennedy for President organization regarding speeches and statements made by Senator John F. Kennedy in California, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1041-005
This folder contains correspondence between members of Senator John F. Kennedy’s campaign staff and various individuals from New York and press releases concerning the 1960 presidential election and requests for Senator Kennedy to speak at various events. Also included in this folder is an itinerary and briefing papers concerning Senator Kennedy’s visit to New York City.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1041-004
This folder contains correspondence between members of Senator John F. Kennedy’s campaign staff and various individuals from New York, a memorandum, and newspaper clippings concerning the 1960 presidential election, atomic energy, and requests for Senator Kennedy to speak at various events.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1041-003
This folder contains correspondence between members of Senator John F. Kennedy’s campaign staff and various individuals from New York concerning the 1960 presidential election and support for Senator Kennedy’s campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1041-002
This folder contains correspondence between members of Senator John F. Kennedy’s campaign staff and various individuals from New York, magazine clippings, and various transcripts of editorials broadcasted over radio station WBBF of Rochester, New York. Topics include the 1960 presidential campaign, requests for interviews with Senator Kennedy, the Cold War, and support for the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1041-001
This folder contains newspaper clippings and correspondence between members of Senator John F. Kennedy’s campaign staff and various individuals from New York. Topics include the 1960 presidential campaign, requests for interviews with Senator Kennedy, the role of religion in the campaign, and support for the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1040-016
This folder contains a press release and correspondence between members of Senator John F. Kennedy’s campaign staff and various individuals from New York concerning the 1960 presidential campaign and requests for interviews with Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1040-015
This folder contains correspondence between members of Senator John F. Kennedy’s campaign staff and various individuals from New York; a booklet titled, “Profile of Our Next President," by Tait Trussell; and newspaper clippings. Topics include the 1960 presidential campaign, farming, and requests for interviews with Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1040-014
This folder contains correspondence between members of Senator John F. Kennedy’s campaign staff and various individuals from New York and newspaper clippings concerning the 1960 presidential campaign and requests for Senator Kennedy to write articles concerning various political topics for publication.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1040-013
This folder contains correspondence between members of Senator John F. Kennedy’s campaign staff and various individuals from New York, newspaper clippings, and one photograph. Topics include the 1960 presidential campaign and requests for interviews with Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1040-012
This folder contains correspondence between members of Senator John F. Kennedy’s campaign staff and various individuals from New York, newspaper clippings, and an address delivered by Senator Kennedy titled, “The Crisis in American Education.” Topics include the 1960 presidential campaign and education.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-C255-28-62
President John F. Kennedy attends graduation exercises at the United States Military Academy (USMA), West Point, New York. President Kennedy (center left) visits with three cadets whom he nominated to the USMA while Senator of Massachusetts. The cadets, standing at right, are (L-R): Peter J. Oldfield, David G. Binney, and Kevin G. Renaghan. Also pictured: Military Aide to the President, General Chester V. Clifton; Secretary of the Army, Elvis J. Stahr, Jr. (partially hidden); Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Lyman L. Lemnitzer; General Maxwell D. Taylor (partially hidden); Superintendent of the USMA, Major General William C. Westmoreland; Major General Henry Clay Hodges, Jr. (in wheelchair), of the class of 1881. The Plain, USMA, West Point, New York.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-C255-27-62
United States Military Academy (USMA) honor guard cadets stand in review upon President John F. Kennedy's arrival at the USMA, West Point, New York, for graduation exercises. A United States Army helicopter sits in background. The Plain, USMA, West Point, New York.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-C255-26-62
President John F. Kennedy (center right, in background) attends graduation exercises at the United States Military Academy (USMA), West Point, New York. Those standing with President Kennedy include: Color guard cadets; Secretary of the Army, Elvis J. Stahr, Jr.; Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Lyman L. Lemnitzer; Chief of Staff of the United States Army, General George H. Decker; Superintendent of the USMA, Major General William C. Westmoreland; Military Aide to the President, General Chester V. Clifton. Honor guard cadets stand at right in foreground. The Plain, USMA, West Point, New York.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-C255-25-62
President Kennedy (center left, holding hat) reviews honor guard cadets during graduation exercises at the United States Military Academy (USMA), West Point, New York. Superintendent of the USMA, Major General William C. Westmoreland (mostly hidden), walks behind President Kennedy; honor guard commander, Cadet Captain Paul J. Kirkegaard, escorts the President and Superintendent on the Plain (parade grounds) of the USMA, West Point, New York.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-C255-24-62
Superintendent of the United States Military Academy (USMA), Major General William C. Westmoreland (right, at lectern), delivers remarks during graduation exercises at the USMA, West Point, New York. Also pictured (seated on stage): Special Assistant to the President, Kenneth P. O’Donnell (mostly obscured by American flag); Special Assistant to the President for National Security, McGeorge Bundy; General Maxwell D. Taylor; Chief of Staff of the United States Army, General George H. Decker; Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Lyman L. Lemnitzer; Secretary of the Army, Elvis J. Stahr, Jr.; President John F. Kennedy; Military Aide to the President, General Chester V. Clifton; Chaplain of the USMA, Reverend Theodore C. Speers, D.D. Field House, USMA, West Point, New York.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-C255-23-62
View of the Field House during graduation exercises at the United States Military Academy, West Point, New York; President John F. Kennedy delivered the commencement address.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-C255-22-62
President John F. Kennedy (at lectern) delivers an address during graduation exercises at the United States Military Academy (USMA), West Point, New York. Standing left of lectern (L-R): Special Assistant to the President, Kenneth P. O’Donnell; Special Assistant to the President for National Security, McGeorge Bundy; General Maxwell D. Taylor; Chief of Staff of the United States Army, General George H. Decker; Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Lyman L. Lemnitzer; and Secretary of the Army, Elvis J. Stahr, Jr. Field House, USMA, West Point, New York.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-C255-21-62
President John F. Kennedy steps off a United States Army helicopter upon his arrival at the United States Military Academy (USMA), West Point, New York, for graduation exercises. Military Aide to the President, General Chester V. Clifton, walks behind President Kennedy; White House Secret Service agent, Arthur L. “Art” Godfrey, stands left of helicopter. The Plain, USMA, West Point, New York.
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White House Photographs
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Former president, Harry S. Truman, and Bess Truman (both at right) arrive at St. James’ Episcopal Church for the funeral of Eleanor Roosevelt. Also pictured: Clifton Daniel; Margaret Truman Daniel; White House Secret Service agent, Ernie Olsson. Hyde Park, New York.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-17679
President John F. Kennedy and Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson attend a Congressional Coffee Hour in the Blue Room, White House, Washington, D.C. (L-R): Unidentified; Representative Emanuel Celler of New York; President Kennedy; Representative Lester Holtzman of New York; Representative Alfred E. Santangelo of New York; Vice President Johnson.