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Pedro A. Sanjuan Personal Papers
PASPP-001-026
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John H. Sharon Personal Papers
JHSPP-006-016
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Staff Files of Harris Wofford
JFKWHSFHW-001-001
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Staff Files of Harris Wofford
JFKWHSFHW-006-018
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-296-006
This folder contains an article by Philip Benjamin entitled, “Kirk Finds Africa Wary on College: Says Many Think Students Are ‘Exploited’ in U.S.;” a booklet by David D. Henry entitled, “The 1960 Nigerian-American Scholarship Program;” and correspondence concerning the African Scholarship Program at universities in America and foreign exchange students.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-295-019
This folder contains a memorandum concerning reactions in Africa to civil rights in the United States and a United States Information Agency (USIA) Research and Reference Service report entitled, “Recent Worldwide Comment on the U.S. Racial Problem,” containing poll results of people in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Western Europe.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-003
This file contains press releases by the Democratic National Committee containing Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given before the National Council of Women at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses United States foreign policy measures that contribute to the rise of communism in Africa; and a need for a multi-national development loan fund to provide educational programs, and agricultural and economic aid to emerging African nations.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0915-001
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech titled, "Africa -- The Coming Challenge," which describes how the continent is undergoing an economic and social revolution. In this undated address, Senator Kennedy urges the United States and other Western countries to share their knowledge and resources with Africa. He proposes an education development fund to facilitate the exchange of African students and teachers, and an economic development fund through which countries can provide financial assistance and capital.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1023a-002
This folder contains quotes by Richard M. Nixon regarding Africa and the creation of the Bureau of African Affairs within the United States Department of State.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Staff Files of Harris Wofford
JFKWHSFHW-009-022
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-305-012
This folder contains a collection of memoranda titled "United States Strategy at the 16th GA," containing background information for a meeting of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly. Topics include disarmament, Africa, the Soviet Union, the UN in space, foreign affairs, and the UN as an international peacekeeper.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-319a-004
This folder contains letters from Under Secretary of State Chester Bowles’ son Sam and daughter-in-law Nancy, teachers in Nigeria, discussing their travels around the country and the political climate in the area; a memorandum regarding the need for international rural development; and a copy of a speech by Under Secretary Bowles on the Alliance for Progress. Also included in this folder is a report on regional operations conferences held to discuss ambassadorial responsibilities, administrative procedures, and United States policy on various subjects including Berlin, Africa, Communist China, and nuclear tests.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-317-016
This folder contains summaries of meetings with President John F. Kennedy discussing a multilateral force, Laos, military aid to India, Portuguese territories in Africa, and relations between the United States and Canada.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-325-026
This folder contains a report titled, “Situations Involving a Potential for Resort to Sustained Internal Violence,” discussing guerilla activity, and Communist Bloc influence and funding for select countries in the Middle East, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-319a-011
This folder contains materials by Chester Bowles, President John F. Kennedy’s Special Representative for Asian, African, and Latin American Affairs, consisting of a memorandum on foreign affairs personnel, the United States position on Portuguese colonies in Africa, and an article titled, “A Fresh Look at Free Asia.”
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-319a-010
This folder contains a report by Chester Bowles, President John F. Kennedy’s Special Representative for Asian, African, and Latin American Affairs, detailing his mission to Africa to assess political and economic climates, meet with leaders, and evaluate United States operations and policies in the countries visited, including Congo, Nigeria, and Liberia. Also included in this folder is a draft of a speech given by Bowles at a dinner of the Phelps-Stoke Fund in New York City titled, “A Close Look at Africa,” discussing the history of colonization, economy, relations with the U.S., and the present development and future prospects of the continent.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-312-005
This folder contains correspondence between Adlai Stevenson, United States Ambassador to the United Nations (UN), and President John F. Kennedy regarding U.S. delegates, Chinese representation in the UN, disarmament, atmospheric testing of nuclear weapons, and Portuguese territories in Africa.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-312-004
This folder contains cable telegrams from Adlai Stevenson, United States Ambassador to the United Nations (UN); Dean Rusk, Secretary of State; and other officials concerning activities, operations, and issues of the UN. Topics include discussions with the Soviet Union delegation on UN financing; Portuguese territories in Africa; UN Security Council elections; outer space; Chinese representation in the UN; and nuclear weapons including test ban negotiations, proposals for denuclearized zones, and disarmament. Also included in this folder are weekly summaries of the 18th session of the UN General Assembly.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-312-003
This folder contains cable telegrams from Adlai Stevenson, United States Ambassador to the United Nations (UN); Dean Rusk, Secretary of State; Francis T.P. Plimpton, Deputy U.S. Representative to the United Nations; and other officials concerning activities, operations, and issues of the UN. Topics include an incident between Senegal and Portugal; UN financing, particularly for peacekeeping operations; human rights; UN membership for Kuwait; outer space; and the upcoming 18th session of the UN General Assembly. Also included in this folder is a report titled, “Third Report on African Developments at the 17th United Nations General Assembly.”
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-312-002
This folder contains cable telegrams from Adlai Stevenson, United States Ambassador to the United Nations (UN); Dean Rusk, Secretary of State; Charles W. Yost, Deputy US Ambassador to the UN; and other officials concerning activities, operations, and issues of the UN. Topics include proposals for denuclearized zones in Indonesia, Africa, and Brazil; colonialism and Portuguese territories in Africa; the appointment of U Thant as UN Secretary-General; the Committee of 17 (also known as the Committee of 24 and the Special Committee on Decolonization); and financing for the UN.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-116a-004
This folder contains material collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning France. Materials consist of background information for talks between President Kennedy and President of France Charles de Gaulle. Of note are memoranda of conversations regarding the discussions between President Kennedy and De Gaulle.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-116a-003
This folder contains material collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning France. Materials consist of background information for talks between President Kennedy and President of France Charles de Gaulle. Of note are memoranda regarding conversations dated September 2, 1959-May 18, 1960 between President Dwight D. Eisenhower and De Gaulle.
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Papers of Robert F. Kennedy. Attorney General Papers
RFKAG-219-002
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Papers of Robert F. Kennedy. Attorney General Papers
RFKAG-219-001
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0366-004
Materials in this folder include memoranda and correspondence between President John F. Kennedy, Special Assistant to the President Frederick G. Dutton, various members of the White House staff, and individual citizens concerning the voluntary desegregation of public facilities and the treatment of visiting African diplomats in Maryland. The folder also contains correspondence concerning racially segregated schools in Boston, Massachusetts.