John Kennedy actually said...

This gives me the greatest pleasure, and I know it gives Colonel Glenn and Commander Shepard pleasure to see Mr. Gilruth honored appropriately by the Government and by the country.

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Remarks Upon Presenting the President's Awards for Distinguished Federal Civilian Service

08/06/1962

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