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Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1961-09-26-C
ST05
Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1961-09-25-A
ST04
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RFK-04
In this interview Robert F. Kennedy [RFK] discusses American aid to Argentina; American, British, and French involvement in Africa; the 1962 executive order about segregation in federally-funded housing; appointing African-American judges; changes John F. Kennedy [JFK] was contemplating in the Alliance for Progress; the Dominican crisis; the wheat sale to the Soviet Union; the Bobby Baker case; preparing for JFK’s 1964 campaign; RFK’s return to work after JFK’s assassination and disagreements among the Cabinet members and under President Lyndon B. Johnson; changes in White House staff and the Democratic Party; RFK’s political plans for after 1964; and JFK’s opinions of his staff and appointees, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RFK-03
In this interview Robert F. Kennedy [RFK] discusses the 1962 steel crisis; some major issues and accomplishments of John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] presidency; choosing the U.S. Ambassador to Russia; foreign aid and treaties; the military coup in Peru; the space race during the Kennedy Administration; the 1962 congressional and gubernatorial campaigns; JFK’s dinner for the Nobel Prize winners; the Polaris submarines; problems with the New York Herald Tribune; New York politics; various pieces of federal legislation, 1961–1963; the Dominican Republic; Department of Justice investigations under RFK; the difficulties of being Attorney General; congressional issues in early 1963; the Vietnam War escalation in 1963; American support of the coup in Vietnam; Henry Cabot Lodge as the U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam; the prisoners from the Bay of Pigs invasion; American actions in Cuba; unemployment and civil rights; RFK’s meeting with James Baldwin; JFK’s trips to the South and speeches on civil rights; the nuclear test ban treaty; and JFK’s trip to Ireland and Rome, among other issues.
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-JEN-05
In this interview Nolan discusses Robert F. Kennedy [RFK] right after John F. Kennedy’s assassination; RFK’s speeches and appearances in early 1964 and his plans to leave the Department of Justice; the trip to Europe in the summer of 1964; planning RFK’s visit to Poland; RFK in Germany and Poland; and RFK’s decision to run for Senate in New York in 1964 and his campaign, among other issues.
Sound recording
White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-139-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at the Pulaski Day Parade in Buffalo, New York. In his speech President Kennedy discusses the contemporary relevance of General Kazimierz Pulaski’s efforts in the American Revolution, noting Poland’s role in the Cold War. The President describes the Soviet Union’s domination as temporary, and notes that in order to prevent the spread of communism, the United States must enact policies of economic flexibility and strengthen the links that connect Poland to Western nations.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-004
This file consists of a Democratic National Committee press release containing Senator John F. Kennedy's speech given at a dinner held by the Democratic National and State Committees at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the strategic importance of the islands of Quemoy (also known as Kinmen) and Matsu in maintaining peace and national security, and addresses concerns over Vice President Richard M. Nixon’s position on the issue.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-003
This file contains press releases by the Democratic National Committee containing Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given before the National Council of Women at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses United States foreign policy measures that contribute to the rise of communism in Africa; and a need for a multi-national development loan fund to provide educational programs, and agricultural and economic aid to emerging African nations.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-021
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Democratic fundraising dinner in Syracuse, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the failure of Vice President Richard M. Nixon and the Republican administration to stop the spread of communism. Also included is a transcript from the question and answer period following the Senator’s speech.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-018
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given in Troy, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing the responsibility of the United States to protect against the growing threat of communism and ensure freedom for all people.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-017
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the New York State Capitol in Albany, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses concerns over the growing influence of communism and the role of the United States as a model for other nations of a free and Democratic society.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-016
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Buffalo Memorial Auditorium in Buffalo, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the importance of the campaign, the failure of the Republican administration to develop an adequate food surplus program, and the growing influence of communism.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-014
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Rochester Community War Memorial in Rochester, New York during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses relations between the United States and Soviet Union, and a need to re-establish the U.S. as a world leader to fight the growing threat of communism and ensure freedom for all people.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914a-013
This file contains a photocopy and press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Long Island Arena (also known as the Commack Arena) in Commack, New York, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator asks whether the nation's strength is increasing enough to compete with the Communists. He also discusses education and proposes national scholarships and a government loan program.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0899-008
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Israel: A Miracle of Progress,” given at the B’nai Zion 50th anniversary dinner held at the Commodore Hotel in New York City. In his speech the Senator discusses Israel’s role in the Middle East and regional tensions caused by nationalism and the growing threat of communism.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0899-004
This file contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Boy Scouts of America luncheon held in New York City. In his speech the Senator discusses the Soviet Union’s nuclear weapons program and how the values of the Boy Scouts strengthen the nation and help to fight the growing threat of communism.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0893-011
This folder contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech at the Grover Cleveland dinner held at the Hotel Statler in Buffalo, New York. In his speech the Senator discusses bipartisan politics and the growing tensions between the Soviet Union and the United States. Of note are several drafts with notations by the Senator.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0893-007
This folder contains materials concerning Senator John F. Kennedy's speech at the New York County Democratic dinner held at the Commodore Hotel in New York City. In his speech the Senator discusses bipartisan politics, domestic affairs, and the growing tensions between the Soviet Union and the United States. Of note are several copies with notations by the Senator.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-041-007
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks at the Pulaski Day Parade in Buffalo, New York. In his speech the President discusses the contemporary relevance of General Kazimierz Pulaski's efforts in the American Revolution, noting Poland's role in the Cold War. He describes the Soviet Union's domination as temporary, but notes that in order to prevent the spread of communism, the United States must enact policies of economic flexibility and strengthen the links that connect Poland to Western nations. Materials in this folder include a press and reading copy of the speech, in addition to a copy of President Kennedy's 1961 General Pulaski's Memorial Day proclamation.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-A10-1-61
President John F. Kennedy addresses the delegates of the General Assembly of the United Nations at the General Assembly Hall, United Nations Headquarters, New York City, New York.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-215-29-61
President John F. Kennedy signs HR 9118, the Arms Control and Disarmament Act, establishing the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency (ACDA). Looking on (L-R): unidentified; Representative Emanuel Celler (New York); Representative Robert W. Kastenmeier (Wisconsin); Representative Leonard Farbstein (New York); Secretary of State, Dean Rusk; Representative Cornelius E. Gallagher (New Jersey); White House Army Signal Agency (WHASA) staff member, John J. Cochran (in back); Director of the ACDA, William C. Foster; Chairman of the US Delegation to the Geneva Conference on Disarmament, Arthur Dean; two unidentified men. President Kennedy’s Suite at the Carlyle Hotel, New York City, New York.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-215-28-61
President John F. Kennedy signs HR 9118, the Arms Control and Disarmament Act, establishing the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency (ACDA). Looking on (L-R): unidentified; Representative Emanuel Celler (New York); Representative Robert W. Kastenmeier (Wisconsin); Representative Leonard Farbstein (New York); Secretary of State, Dean Rusk; Representative Cornelius E. Gallagher (New Jersey); White House Army Signal Agency (WHASA) staff member, John J. Cochran (in back, mostly hidden); Director of the ACDA, William C. Foster; Chairman of the US Delegation to the Geneva Conference on Disarmament, Arthur Dean; two unidentified men. President Kennedy’s Suite at the Carlyle Hotel, New York City, New York.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-215-27-61
President John F. Kennedy signs HR 9118, the Arms Control and Disarmament Act, establishing the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency (ACDA). Looking on (L-R): two unidentified men; Representative Emanuel Celler (New York); Representative Robert W. Kastenmeier (Wisconsin); Representative Leonard Farbstein (New York); Secretary of State, Dean Rusk; Representative Cornelius E. Gallagher (New Jersey); White House Army Signal Agency (WHASA) staff member, John J. Cochran (in back, mostly hidden); Director of the ACDA, William C. Foster; Chairman of the US Delegation to the Geneva Conference on Disarmament, Arthur Dean; two unidentified men. President Kennedy’s Suite at the Carlyle Hotel, New York City, New York.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-215-26-61
President John F. Kennedy signs HR 9118, the Arms Control and Disarmament Act, establishing the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency (ACDA). Looking on (L-R): two unidentified men; Representative Emanuel Celler (New York); Representative Robert W. Kastenmeier (Wisconsin); Representative Leonard Farbstein (New York); Secretary of State, Dean Rusk; Representative Cornelius E. Gallagher (New Jersey); White House Army Signal Agency (WHASA) staff member, John J. Cochran (in back); Director of the ACDA, William C. Foster; Chairman of the US Delegation to the Geneva Conference on Disarmament, Arthur Dean; two unidentified men. President Kennedy’s Suite at the Carlyle Hotel, New York City, New York.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-215-25-61
President John F. Kennedy signs HR 9118, the Arms Control and Disarmament Act, establishing the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency (ACDA). Looking on (L-R): two unidentified men; Representative Emanuel Celler (New York); Representative Robert W. Kastenmeier (Wisconsin); Representative Leonard Farbstein (New York); Secretary of State, Dean Rusk; Representative Cornelius E. Gallagher (New Jersey); White House Army Signal Agency (WHASA) staff member, John J. Cochran (in back); Director of the ACDA, William C. Foster; Chairman of the US Delegation to the Geneva Conference on Disarmament, Arthur Dean; two unidentified men. President Kennedy’s Suite at the Carlyle Hotel, New York City, New York.