1960s Timeline

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Nov 2, 2021

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...

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...