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JFKWHA-189-005
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego, California. In his speech the President contrasts the country's relative youth with its strong military tradition, and explains how the efforts of the United States Marine Corps help ensure the safety and freedom of foreign nations.
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JFKWHA-189-004
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks aboard the USS Kitty Hawk following a task force weapons demonstration. In his speech the President explains the importance of the sea to national security, and commends his audience for their efforts to apply modern science and technology to maritime traditions.
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JFKWHA-189-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks upon arrival at El Paso International Airport in El Paso, Texas. In his speech the President correlates the core values of Texas with those of the Democratic Party.
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JFKWHA-189-002
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks upon arrival at the White Sands Missile Range (WSMR) in White Sands, New Mexico. In his speech the President discusses how the activities at WSMR significantly impact Congressional and Executive decisions concerning national security.
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JFKWHA-189-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s address at the 1963 graduation ceremonies at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In his speech the President thanks the Academy for the honorary degree bestowed upon him, discusses his plans for a new civilian aviation program, assures the graduates of the continued importance of manned aircraft despite increases in automation, and explains that military policy cannot be separated from political or diplomatic decisions.
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JFKWHA-188-006
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s taped remarks to the 25th anniversary convention of the Communications Workers of America in Kansas City, Missouri. In his speech the President expresses gratitude for the union’s contribution to modern communication and for strengthening our nation by facilitating easier communication.
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JFKWHA-188-005
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks to students and staff of the National War College from the South Lawn of the White House. In his speech the President discusses the opportunities afforded to and responsibilities associated with being a member of the United States military, and the importance of the National War College for educating members of the armed forces.
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JFKWHA-188-004
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s address at the opening ceremony of the 1963 World Food Congress held at the Departmental Auditorium in Washington, D.C. In his speech the President discusses his administration's "Food for Peace" program and explains that any concerted effort to eliminate world hunger must be comprehensive, international in scope, and based on the premise that nations facing food crises are capable of solving these problems with foreign assistance.
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JFKWHA-188-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s toast to President of India Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan during a dinner held in the State Dining Room of the White House.
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JFKWHA-188-002
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s welcoming remarks to President of India Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan upon arrival at the North Portico of the White House.
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JFKWHA-188-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks on the activation of the Mark Twain Memorial Lighthouse in Hannibal, Missouri by telegraph key at the White House Press Dinner held at the Sheraton Park hotel in Washington, D.C. In his speech the President remarks upon the greatness of Mark Twain as a patriot and a writer.
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JFKWHA-187-006
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at "New York's Birthday Salute to the President" held at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City. In his speech the President discusses the differences between the country's primary political parties and characterizes the Democratic Party as "the party of hope."
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JFKWHA-187-005
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at the dedication of the East Coast Memorial to the missing at sea held at Battery Park in New York City.
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JFKWHA-187-004
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks to directors and officers of the Chinese Refugee Relief Association in the White House Rose Garden. In his speech the President commends the Chinese refugees for acclimating to life in the United States.
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JFKWHA-187-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks upon presenting the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Distinguished Service Medal to Astronaut Gordon Cooper in the White House Rose Garden.
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JFKWHA-187-002
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks upon the signing of the Feed Grains Bill in the White House Fish Room. In his speech the President explains the act, which extends the Feed Grains program for an additional two years in order to decrease the excessive surplus, and discusses how this legislation and the hopeful passage of the upcoming wheat referendum will help maintain the primacy of family farms in the country's agricultural system.
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JFKWHA-187-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at the 30th anniversary celebration of the Tennessee Valley Authority in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. In his speech the President discusses the corporation's history, its impact on economic growth both within the region and nationally, and its enduring importance.
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JFKWHA-186
Sound recording of the President’s News Conference of May 22, 1963 (News Conference 56). During this press conference President Kennedy answers questions from the press on a variety of topics including the controversial integration at the University of Alabama, the 1963 Wheat Referendum, the 1964 Presidential election, troops in Vietnam, foreign aid, and the progress of the nuclear test ban proposal.
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JFKWHA-185-005
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks to participants in the West Virginia centennial celebration in the White House Rose Garden.
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JFKWHA-185-004
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. In his speech the President discusses his administration's plans for space exploration and explains that shared national objectives have the power to unite people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
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JFKWHA-185-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s welcoming remarks to a group of members of the Incontro Club of the Marzotto Corporation, a textile manufacturer, from Valdagno, Italy.
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JFKWHA-185-002
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s radio and television address following the flight by Astronaut Gordon Cooper on the Faith 7 spacecraft as part of the final manned space mission of the U.S. Mercury program.
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JFKWHA-185-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s address at a convocation held in Nashville, Tennessee celebrating the 90th anniversary of Vanderbilt University and the 30th anniversary of the Tennessee Valley Authority. In his speech the President discusses the educated citizen's obligations to serve the public, uphold the law, and defend the pursuit of learning.
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JFKWHA-184-008
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s telephone conversation with Astronaut Gordon Cooper aboard the USS Kearsarge (CVS-33) immediately after recovery of the Faith 7 spacecraft.
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JFKWHA-184-007
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks to members of the National Advisory Council of the Small Business Administration (SBA) in the White House Rose Garden. In his speech the President discusses the theoretical foundation for his tax reform program and the concrete ways those changes would improve the country's economy.