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Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1961-06-07-A
AR08, ST03, KN04
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0366-004
Materials in this folder include memoranda and correspondence between President John F. Kennedy, Special Assistant to the President Frederick G. Dutton, various members of the White House staff, and individual citizens concerning the voluntary desegregation of public facilities and the treatment of visiting African diplomats in Maryland. The folder also contains correspondence concerning racially segregated schools in Boston, Massachusetts.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0899-012
This folder contains a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Loyola College (later known as Loyola University) annual alumni banquet in Baltimore, Maryland. In his speech the Senator compares the education systems in the United States and Soviet Union and discusses the support for scientific and technological advancement in the Soviet Union.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0898-012
This folder contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the Teachers’ Association convention in Baltimore, Maryland. In his speech the Senator discusses the role of teachers in shaping the minds of future leaders, and a need for greater scholarship in politics.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0903-012
This file contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at Chevy Chase High School in Bethesda, Maryland. In the speech he discusses the important role of education in creating strong leaders and encourages students to consider a career in public service. Of note is a draft with notations by the Senator.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-024
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “The Education of an American Politician,” given at an Eastern Shore Youth Council conference in Elkton, Maryland. In his speech he discusses the importance of scholarship in politics and a need to increase Federal aid to public education to address issues relating to population growth, financial concerns, and inadequate educational facilities.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-018
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “The Crisis in American Education,” given at a luncheon of the United Democratic Women’s Club in Rockville, Maryland. In his speech he compares the education systems of the United States and Soviet Union, and discusses issues in the U.S. system including funding, inadequate facilities, and a lack of qualified teachers.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6625-K
A side shot of the stage as President John F. Kennedy delivers the commencement address to the graduating class at the United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland. A seated unidentified Naval officer is at the left of the photograph.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6625-J
President John F. Kennedy presents a diploma to an unidentified cadet at the United States Naval Academy commencement ceremony, Annapolis, Maryland.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6625-I
Wide shot of the field house as seated cadets listen to President John F. Kennedy deliver the commencement address at the United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6625-H
Wide shot of the field house as the audience watches President John F. Kennedy present diplomas to cadets at the commencement ceremony at the United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6625-G
President John F. Kennedy delivers the commencement address to the graduating class at the United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland. Chief of Staff of the United States Navy Admiral Arleigh A. Burke is seated on the far left.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6625-A
President John F. Kennedy hands a diploma to an unidentified cadet at the United States Naval Academy commencement ceremony, Annapolis, Maryland.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-C18016
Cadets are commissioned during the United States Naval Academy commencement ceremony, Annapolis, Maryland.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-C17979
President John F. Kennedy hands a diploma to an unidentified cadet at the United States Naval Academy commencement ceremony, Annapolis, Maryland.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6625-B
President John F. Kennedy delivers the commencement address to the graduating class of the United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1058-019
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Maryland discussing the legacy of the Democratic Party, education, the economy, disarmament, international relations, Communism, and Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1029-033
This folder contains copies of a speech titled, “The Education of an American Politician,” given by Senator John F. Kennedy at the Eastern Shore Youth Council in Elkton, Maryland. In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses the education necessary for a career in politics and stresses a need for good student aid programs.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1026-008
This folder contains copies, excerpts, and press releases of speeches given in Maryland, Oregon, and Washington by Senator John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential primary campaign. Topics include the educational system, the importance of voters in primary elections, the agricultural program, issues affecting the aged, the economy, and labor.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1026-007
This folder contains copies, excerpts, and press releases of speeches given in Maryland, Nebraska, New York, and West Virginia by Senator John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential primary campaign. Topics include the need for industrial development for economic growth, disarmament, the educational system, issues between India and China, and the importance of voters in primary elections. Also included in this folder is an incomplete listing by date of the Senator’s campaign stops and speeches given in each city.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-C18015
Cadets at the United States Naval Academy commencement ceremony, Annapolis, Maryland.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-C18014
Cadets toss their hats in the air at the United States Naval Academy commencement ceremony, Annapolis, Maryland.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-C17986
President John F. Kennedy delivers the commencement address to the graduating class of the United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland. Congressman Richard Lankford (Maryland) is to the right of the lectern.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-C17983
Unidentified cadets celebrate and prepare to lift up another cadet at the United States Naval Academy commencement ceremony, Annapolis, Maryland.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-C17982
Unidentified cadets celebrate, one holding a gold anchor with a blue and gold sash, at the United States Naval Academy commencement ceremony, Annapolis, Maryland.