Jun 25, 1963
The legendary morale and spirit of the people of West Berlin has lit a fire throughout the world.
John Kennedy
The Public Record
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.
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Jun 25, 1963
Two thousand years ago the proudest boast was 'civis Romanus sum.' Today, in the world of freedom, the proudest boast is 'Ich bin ein Berliner.'
Jun 25, 1963
I want to express my warm thanks to Mayor Brandt for his generous welcome.
Jun 25, 1963
The fact of the matter is, of course, that any university, if it is a university, is free.
Jun 25, 1963
What is true of this city is true of Germany-real, lasting peace in Europe can never be assured as long as one German out of four is denied the elementary right of free men, and that is to make a free choice.
Jun 25, 1963
There are many people in the world who really don't understand, or say they don't, what is the great issue between the free world and the Communist world.
Jun 25, 1963
With the special pride that I feel in my own country, which has been so generous to so many immigrants from so many different countries, I want to say that I am happy to be here tonight.
Jun 25, 1963
I am proud to come to this city as the guest of your distinguished Mayor, who has symbolized throughout the world the fighting spirit of West Berlin.
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