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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-045-037
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's remarks at a civic and academic reception in Dublin Castle's St. Patrick's Hall in Dublin, Ireland. In his speech the President commends Ireland on its rigorous educational institutions, and characterizes education as a precondition to democracy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-045-036
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's address to the Oireachtas Éireann, the national parliament of Ireland, at Leinster House in Dublin, Ireland. In his speech the President discusses the historic relationship between Ireland and the United States, describes the numerous contributions to society made by Americans of Irish descent, and commends the representatives on Ireland's social, political, and economic advancements following the Famine. President Kennedy also explains the necessity for cooperative international relations in an increasingly global society, famously noting, "The supreme reality of our time is our indivisibility as children of God and the common vulnerability of this planet." Materials in this folder include various memoranda, a draft, a press copy, and a reading copy of the speech, and press releases concerning the President's presentation of the flag of the 69th New York Volunteers Irish Brigade to the Irish people. Of note are several items with handwritten notations by the President.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-045-035
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's remarks at the City Hall in Cork, Ireland upon receiving Freedom of the City, a civic award typically conferred to visiting dignitaries for their contributions to the city. In his speech the President thanks the city for the honor bestowed upon him, discusses Ireland's unique history of immigration, and explains the necessity for strong, cooperative international relations in a climate of increasing globalization.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-045-034
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's remarks at Redmond Place in Wexford, Ireland. In his speech the President expresses his pleasure at returning to his family's original county, discusses the many contributions of Irish Americans to the country's efforts, and commends the Irish people on maintaining a strong national identity in spite of an extended period of foreign rule.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-045-032
This folder contains note cards of prepared remarks with handwritten notations by President John F. Kennedy for his 1963 visit to Ireland. Topics include Ireland's foreign aid policies, the historical relationship between Ireland and the United States, and Irish philosophical writings on the nature of freedom.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-045-031
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks at the Dublin Airport upon his arrival in Ireland. In his speech the President expresses his pleasure at the opportunity to visit Ireland, due to his own Irish heritage and Ireland's unique history of immigration. Materials in this folder include note cards and press copies of the speech.
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Joseph P. Kennedy Personal Papers
JPKPP-149-007
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Joseph P. Kennedy Personal Papers
JPKPP-035-027
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-108-014
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's trip to Ireland. Materials in this folder include itineraries, newspaper articles, lists of significant Irish officials, letters of thanks for courtesies extended to the President during his trip, and memoranda regarding the creation of the American-Irish Foundation and an honorary degree from the National University of Ireland.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-119a-003
This folder contains material collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning Ireland. Materials pertain to gifts from President Kennedy to the President of Ireland Eamon de Valera, Minister of External Affairs Frank Aiken, and Taoiseach Sean Lemass; a visit to the United States by Lemass; and a letter to Evelyn Lincoln from Secretary to the United States Ambassador to Ireland Mary Alice Childs regarding the forwarding of condolence letters.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-119a-002
This folder contains material collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning Ireland. Materials include correspondence between President Kennedy, the President of Ireland Eamon de Valera, United States Ambassador to Ireland Matthew H. McClosky, and others regarding President Kennedy's trip to Ireland. Also included in this folder is correspondence regarding gifts given and received by President Kennedy. Of note is a souvenir postcard of the President’s visit to Ireland.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-119a-001
This folder contains material collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning Ireland. Materials consist of correspondence between the United States Ambassador to Ireland Grant Stockdale and Evelyn Lincoln and President Kennedy, and an invitation to the President to become a patron from The New Ireland Society of the Queen’s University of Belfast. Of note is a drawing and note to the President from Suzie Stockdale with a post script by Bing Crosby. Also included in this folder are thank you notes to the President from members of the Stockdale family.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0900-010
This file contains a copy of an article from the Boston Irish Echo newspaper, featuring excerpts from Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech before the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick annual dinner in Baltimore, Maryland on 17 March 1957. In his speech the Senator discusses Ireland’s fight for independence from England and the Irish Rebellion of 1641.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0894-012
This folder contains copies of speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy and various individuals at events commemorating Saint Patrick's Day. Topics include Irish independence, religious matters, and communism. Of note are copies with notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0894-003
This folder contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's Saint Patrick's Day speech before the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick in New York City. In his speech the Senator discusses Irish independence and the growing threat of Communism. Also included in this folder is a copy of a speech written for the Senator by John Joseph Wright, Bishop of Worcester, Massachusetts.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0896-021
This folder contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech for a St. Patrick's Day dinner. In his speech the Senator compares the oppression of Ireland and the fight for independence from Great Britain to Hungary's current struggle against the Soviet Union. Of note is a draft with notations by Senator Kennedy. Also included in this folder are remarks of Robert F. Kennedy for a St. Patrick's Day dinner, discussing Ireland's independence and labor racketeering.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0896-013
This folder contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the Irish Institute in New York City. In his speech the Senator compares the oppression of Ireland and the fight for independence from Great Britain to Hungary's current struggle against the Soviet Union.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0895-007
This folder contains copies and drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy's St. Patrick's Day speech before the Irish Fellowship Club of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois. In his speech the Senator discusses Irish history and the growing threat of Communism. Also included in this folder is a copy of a poem by Thomas Osborne Davis. Of note are drafts with notations by the Senator.
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John F. Kennedy Tributes
JFKTRIB-049-018
Condolence letters and mass cards left at the embassy in Dublin, Ireland, following the death of John F. Kennedy, 1963-1964, 60 pages.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0927-002
This folder contains correspondence related to President John F. Kennedy's speeches and public appearances throughout his trip to Ireland.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0927-001
This folder contains a press release copies of President John F. Kennedy's remarks in Ireland, as well as Ireland Prime Minister Sean Lemass's remarks during the President's visit.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-331-013
This folder contains a copy of National Security Action Memoranda number 83 (NSAM 83) titled, “New Embassy Building in Dublin,” to Secretary of State Dean Rusk from President John F. Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0902-018
This file contains a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at a Friendly Sons of St. Patrick’s dinner in Providence, Rhode Island comparing Ireland’s fight for independence to the fight against Communism. Of note, the draft contains notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-043-029
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's taped message for Radio Telefis Eireann, Ireland's national public broadcast network. In his remarks the President discusses his family's Irish lineage, describes the historical relationship between Ireland and the United States, and explains the importance of forming strong partnerships with European nations.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-241-007
This folder contains material documenting President John F. Kennedy's trip to Ireland, including arranging visits to various cities around the country.