John F. Kennedy (1961-1963)
$350.00
John Fitzgerald Kennedy was born on May 29, 1917, in Brookline, Massachusetts. Raised in a politically influential family, he attended Harvard University, graduating in 1940. During World War II, he served as a naval officer in the Pacific, commanding PT-109. After his boat was struck by a Japanese destroyer, his heroic leadership earned him the Navy and Marine Corps Medal.
Following the war, Kennedy entered politics, serving in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1947 to 1953 and then as a U.S. Senator from Massachusetts. His charisma and ability to connect with the American people made him a rising Democratic star. In 1960, he ran against Vice President Richard Nixon and won one of the closest elections in U.S. history, becoming the youngest elected president and the first Roman Catholic to hold office.
As the 35th president, Kennedy inspired the nation with his call to service, stating in his inaugural address, “Ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country.” His administration, often called “Camelot,” emphasized civil rights, space exploration, and Cold War diplomacy.
Kennedy championed civil rights legislation and launched the Apollo space program, setting a goal to land a man on the moon. He navigated the Cuban Missile Crisis, securing the removal of Soviet nuclear missiles from Cuba, and promoted global service through the Peace Corps.
On November 22, 1963, Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. His death shocked the world, and he was laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery, where the Eternal Flame marks his grave. Though his presidency was brief, his legacy of hope, leadership, and vision continues to inspire generations.
- Presidential Portrait Collection Prints 1.5″
- Gallery Wrap With Hanger
- Dimensions: 16” x 20”
- Print of original oil paintings by Rosemary Vasquez Tuthill
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