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John Kennedy

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John Fitzgerald Kennedy was the 35th President of the United States, serving from January 20, 1961, until his assassination on November 22, 1963. A member of the Democratic Party, he was born in Massachusetts and is often remembered for his leadership during the Cuban Missile Crisis, which brought the world to the brink of nuclear war. Kennedy also established the Peace Corps, promoting international service and cooperation, and he advocated for civil rights, laying the groundwork for future legislation in this area.

Dec 9, 1962

I think the United States is fortunate to have you both at this time.

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Dec 9, 1962

no free society can possibly survive unless it has an educated citizenry

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Dec 6, 1962

There is no doubt that it contributed greatly to the maintenance of the peace and the security of the United States and those countries associated with us.

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Dec 6, 1962

Living on this base, flying from this base, men have helped maintain the security and peace for 15 years.

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Dec 6, 1962

We are indebted to you all in the past, now, and our security depends upon you in the future.

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Dec 6, 1962

The record of SAC in mobilizing the forces of the United States was unprecedented in the long history of SAC.

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Dec 6, 1962

It is a great pleasure to present this plaque to the Commanding Officer of SAC and, by this plaque, to indicate our great appreciation to the officers and men of the Strategic Air Force stationed here at this base and all around the world…

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Dec 6, 1962

This is a nonpolitical trip but these things don't get so far away from us.

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