President Kennedy Campaigns for Hughes in N.J.
Nov. 2, 1961 - President Kennedy told an enthusiastic rally in Trenton today that he was proud to come to New Jersey to urge the election...
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Nov 2, 2021
Video: Eleanor Roosevelt Interviews President Kennedy
Nov. 2, 1961 - Former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt interviewed President Kennedy recently about the Peace Corps program. Watch: #JFK...
Nov 2, 2021
President Takes Steps to Prepare for Atmospheric Nuclear Tests
Nov. 2, 1961 - President Kennedy ordered today that preparations be made for the resumption of atmospheric atomic tests that might be...
Nov 2, 2021
President Kennedy Endorses Wagner for Mayor of NYC
Nov. 2, 1961 - President Kennedy strongly endorsed New York City Mayor Wagner (left) today for a third term. On his arrival at La Guardia...
Nov 2, 2021
The Truman Family Comes Back to the White House
Nov. 2, 1961 - The old Truman Administration took over the White House last night. Surrounded by old friends and aides, former President...
Nov 1, 2021
President Kennedy's Private Meeting Place
Nov. 1, 1961 - A White House room used by 19th-century Presidents for secret conferences is being refurbished as President Kennedy’s...
Oct 21, 2021
On this date in 1960, Kennedy debated Nixon for the fourth and final time
🎙 That and much more is covered on this podcast with presidential historian David Pietrusza. #JFK #jfkfiles #1960s #history #podcast
Oct 19, 2021
John F. Kennedy Jr. Now Stands in Crib
Oct. 19, 1961 - Ten-month-old John F. Kennedy Jr. is now standing in his crib. Pamela Turnure, press secretary to Mrs. Jacqueline...
Oct 18, 2021
Video: Kennedy’s European Trip Shown in “The Task Begun”
Oct. 18, 1961 - “The Task Begun” is a color film produced by the U.S. Information Service about President Kennedy’s trip to Europe this...
Oct 17, 2021
President and Mrs. Kennedy Attend National Symphony Concert
Oct. 17, 1961 - President and Mrs. Kennedy tonight attended half the opening performance of the National Symphony Orchestra’s concert...
Oct 11, 2021
Video: President Kennedy’s Press Conference
Oct. 11, 1961 - Here is video of President Kennedy’s press conference today. #JFK #jfkairport #jfkfiles #jfkassassination #jfkjr...
Oct 7, 2021
President Kennedy Joins Family in Newport
Oct. 7, 1961 - President Kennedy flew to Newport, R.I., today for a weekend visit with his family. With a "Hi, Daddy," Caroline, nearly...
Oct 5, 2021
President Kennedy Expresses Sorrow Over Rayburn Diagnosis
Oct. 5, 1961 - President Kennedy expressed "deep sorrow" today on learning that Speaker Sam Rayburn (pictured left) was incurably ill of...
Oct 4, 2021
Video: President Kennedy Welcomes Sudan’s President Abboud
Oct. 4, 1961 - Here is video of President Kennedy's welcoming remarks to President Abboud (pictured with the President) of the Republic...
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