Address at Vanderbilt University

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Address at Vanderbilt University

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Accession Number: WH-185-001

Digital Identifier: JFKWHA-185-001

Title: Remarks in Nashville, Tennessee, at the 90th anniversary convocation of Vanderbilt University, 18 May 1963

Date(s) of Materials: 18 May 1963

Description: Audio recording of President John F. Kennedy’s address at a convocation held in Nashville, Tennessee celebrating the 90th anniversary of Vanderbilt University and the 30th anniversary of the Tennessee Valley Authority. In his speech the President discusses the educated citizen's obligations to serve the public, uphold the law, and defend the pursuit of learning.

Copyright Status: Public Domain

Physical Description: 1 audio tape/reel (20 minutes)

Archival Creator: Department of Defense. Defense Communications Agency. White House Communications Agency. (1962 - 06/25/1991)

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