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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JCT-03
In this interview, he discusses Roger Hilsman’s 1963 speech on firm policies towards China, the changing approaches to foreign policy in Southeast Asia between the Kennedy and Johnson administrations, and the conflicting ideologies on U.S. involvement in Vietnam, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JCT-02
In this interview, he discusses conflicting policies on China, the Chinese food crisis and the “Food for Peace” campaign, and Sino-Soviet relations, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JCT-01
In this interview, he discusses Chester Bowles’ political style, the unconventional selections of ambassadorial positions, and the nation’s role in the world, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-LET-01
This interview focuses on communication between John F. Kennedy [JFK] and Chairman Khrushchev, JFK’s capabilities as President, and counsel to JFK regarding the Soviet Union, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-HAT-01
In this interview, Thomas discusses the scope of her coverage of the White House during John F. Kennedy’s administration, how he compares with other leaders, and how he handled major foreign conflict, among other issues.
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-JWA-01
Alsop discusses his relationship with Robert F. Kennedy, the appointment of vice president after President Kennedy’s assassination, and Robert Kennedy’s relationship with President Johnson, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-EMZ-06
Zuckert discusses issues with the Tactical Experimental Fighter [TFX] program and the conclusion of the Skybolt program. He also discusses his trip to Vietnam in December of 1962, his thoughts on going to war with Vietnam, and his visits with major Asian leaders, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-EMZ-04
Zuckert discusses the United States Air Force’s work to build upon their aircraft capabilities as well as their Tactical Air Command [TAC]. He also touches upon the Air Force’s role in Southeast Asia and the possibility of non-nuclear conflicts in Western Europe regarding Russia, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-SZ-01
Zuckerman discusses nuclear weapons, disarmament, and the test ban negotiations that occurred between the United States, Britain, and Russia. He also touches upon the Nassau Conference and the Skybolt affair, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-KTY-03
In this interview Young discusses the creation of the Dean Rusk-Thanat Khoman Agreement in March 1962; drafting the Internal Security Program for Thailand and urging Thai officials to create their own; Robert F. Kennedy’s visit to Bangkok in 1962 and his support on Thai issues; Thailand’s road building program; the different approach to Asia by select assistant secretaries of State; and working with the country team for Thailand, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-KTY-02
In this interview Young discusses the advantages and disadvantages of the high level visit; the need for scholarly diplomacy in U.S. relations with Asian countries; the role of an ambassador; the relationships between the Embassies in Thailand and Laos; William Averell Harriman’s meetings with Thai and Laotian leaders; different strategy proposals for and conflicting opinions on Laos; U.S. programs in Thailand; and the Dean Rusk-Thanat Khoman Agreement, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-KTY-01
In this interview Young discusses issues with American policy in Southeast Asia and the need for more informed decision makers; the process of his appointment as Ambassador to Thailand; Thai distrust over French actions in SEATO [South East Asia Treaty Organization] and inaction in Laos; and the various debates over U.S. actions in Laos and Thailand in the early 1960s, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RTW-01
Woodward discusses his involvement with Latin American affairs, specifically noting situations involving the Dominican Republic, Cuba, and Colombia, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-THW-01
Wolfe discusses becoming the International Security Affairs [ISA] Director for Sino-Soviet affairs, his responsibilities with that role, the missile gap issue between the United States and the Soviet Union, as well as his opinion on various government agencies and their members, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-HWW-01
Wilson discusses his meeting with John F. Kennedy [JFK] on April 2, 1963, and how JFK held himself as a politician, as head of state, and as the head of his respective administration. Wilson also discusses the Multilateral Force proposal and the Nassau Agreement, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-MWW-01
Williams discusses his role as the United States Ambassador to El Salvador, his apprehension about American military involvement in El Salvador and Latin America, and other aspects of the Alliance for Progress program that was carried out in El Salvador, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-GMW-02
Williams discusses his role as the Assistant Secretary of State for African affairs, African and other international affairs, and the impact of John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] civil rights program on Africans, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-FSW-01
Wilkins discusses the relationship between the United States and Cyprus, his role as the Ambassador to Cyprus, John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] interest in foreign affairs, and Lyndon B. Johnson’s involvement with Cyprus, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-THEQ-02
This interview focuses on the development of the Peace Corps during the Kennedy administration, including creating policy and recruiting volunteers, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-FTP-01
This interview focuses on Adlai Stevenson’s appointment as Ambassador to the United Nations, United Nations negotiations that occurred during the Kennedy administration, and the relationship of the United States mission to the White House.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-PTP-01
This interview focuses on the relations between Portugal and the United States during the Kennedy administration, especially the tension caused by Portugal’s refusal to relinquish its colonies and the agreement to allow the United States to continue using the military base in Azores, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-CLP-01
This interview focuses on Pell’s friendship with John F. Kennedy and legislation proposed during the Kennedy administration on transportation, trade, and international affairs, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JGP-01
This interview covers the political situation in Laos, the transition from the Eisenhower to Kennedy administrations, and United States foreign policy concerning Europe and Southeast Asia, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-HSP-01
This interview focuses on the transition between the Kennedy and Eisenhower administrations, John F. Kennedy’s relationships with his family members, and his personal life, including his health and marriage, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-MRP-01
This interview focuses on Pahlavi’s personal and professional relationship with John F. Kennedy [JFK], his impression of JFK’s leadership style, and international relations, particularly with Iran, during the Kennedy administration, among other topics.