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John F. Kennedy

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35th president of the United States
John F. Kennedy was the 35th President of the United States, serving from 1961 until his assassination in 1963. Born in 1917 into a prominent political family, Kennedy served in the Navy during World War II before entering politics. He was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1946 and to the Senate in 1952. Kennedy's presidency was marked by the Cuban Missile Crisis, the establishment of the Peace Corps, and the push for civil rights legislation. He also laid the groundwork for the Apollo moon landing program. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas in November 1963, leaving a lasting legacy as one of the most beloved and iconic American presidents.
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Life Classification : President , Politician , JFK
Life Id : PL5112116848246
Verified Name : john-f-kennedy
Life Type : Person Life
Birth : 1917-May-29
Death : 1963-Nov-22 ( at the age of 46 )
Life Editor(s) : History Editorial Network (HEN)
Life Privacy : Public
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Created On: 2024-11-25 | Updated On: 2025-11-28
Kennedy's Heroic Actions after PT-109 Destroyed by Japanese Destroyer in WW2.
JFK's Return for Treatment: A Hero's Journey from War to Politics
Lt. JFK Commands PT-109 in WWII S. Pacific: A Story of Bravery and Leadership
PT-101: JFK's Command of a Critical PT Boat in WWII.
JFK's Naval Service: Crucial Pre-Presidential Phase In Career
John F. Kennedy's Naval Service Shaped Future and Legacy
John F. Kennedy's South American Tour: Shaping Future Foreign Policy.
John F. Kennedy's Cum Laude Graduation from Harvard Shapes Political Career
John F. Kennedy's influential analysis of pre-war British policy in "Why England Slept."
JFK's "Why England Slept": Analysis of Britain's unpreparedness for WWII and its geopolitical implications.
JFK in London during Germany's blitzkrieg invasion of Poland, witnessing the start of WWII.
JFK gains diplomatic experience in pre-war Europe with father's role as Ambassador.
John F. Kennedy's Harvard Education: Influence, Achievements, and Preparation for Public Service.
JFK's graduation from Choate: A pivotal moment shaping his future in leadership.
John F. Kennedy's transformative education at Choate: shaping a future president's leadership skills.
John F. Kennedy's Appendectomy: Impact on Health, Education, and Career
John F. Kennedy's Education at Canterbury School: Shaping a Future Leader
Kennedy family's move to Riverdale: Shaping future leaders and social ascension.
John F. Kennedy's Baptism at St. Aidan's Church in Brookline: A Symbol of Faith and Identity
John F. Kennedy: Early Life and Political Beginnings
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