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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.

Jul 12, 1962

I, John F. Kennedy, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the week beginning July 15, 1962, as Captive Nations Week.

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Jul 12, 1962

I invite the people of the United States of America, to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies and activities, and I urge them to give renewed devotion to the just aspirations of all people for national independence and human…

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Jul 11, 1962

I also direct the Secretary of the Army, acting under the direction of the Secretary of Defense, to lend the greatest possible assistance to the various State Governors, other State and municipal officials, and civic and patriotic…

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Jul 11, 1962

I direct the Secretary of the Army, acting under the direction of the Secretary of Defense, to insure that appropriate commemorative ceremonies of national interest are conducted in the Military District of Washington on July 12, 1962, and…

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Jul 11, 1962

And I hope that the people of this country and all those who look to this country for their independence know how indebted they must be to those of you who serve--the officers and men--and it's a great satisfaction for me to be able to…

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Jul 11, 1962

It proves that the new breed is as good as the old breed, and I can think of no higher compliment.

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Jul 11, 1962

I urge the people of the United States to commemorate the significance of the Medal of Honor during this centennial period;

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Jul 11, 1962

We propose to hold the White House against all odds at least for some time to come; and we are determined to maintain the spirit which you have shown tonight.

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Jul 11, 1962

No matter how complicated war has now become, we need a Navy which can take ships close in to shore; we need an Air force that can protect those ships; we need small boats that can take men on a beach; and we need men who will go ashore.

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Jul 10, 1962

For the privilege of speaking before you Senator McCarthy owes me at least 3 votes now in the next 2 months

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