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White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-108-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks to participants in Operation Crossroads Africa on the White House South Lawn. In his speech President Kennedy describes Operation Crossroads Africa as a predecessor of the Peace Corps, and discusses the importance of volunteer efforts to improve health, education, agriculture, and infrastructure in developing countries.
Sound recording
White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-099-001
Sound recording of an exchange of toasts between President John F. Kennedy and President Félix Houphouët-Boigny of the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire during a dinner held in the State Dining Room of the White House. In their speeches both Presidents discuss the struggle for independence amongst African nations.
Sound recording
White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-023-002
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at a reception celebrating African Freedom Day (later known as African Liberation Day) held in the drawing room of the State Department Auditorium. In his speech President Kennedy discusses his hopes for strong relations between the United States and African nations and commends the efforts of African nations to achieve independence, drawing parallels to the political philosophies of the American Revolution.