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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-032-010
This folder contains correspondence collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, with and concerning Senator Richard B. Russell. Materials mainly consist of Russell's views and advice on political affairs and national security. Topics include suggestions for enhancing the United States' capability for conducting limited war using conventional weapons, the civil defense program, and an Area Development Administration (ADA) loan and grant application from Russell's hometown of Winder, Georgia. Of note is correspondence regarding a proposed joint resolution to authorize the promotion of General of the Army Douglas MacArthur to the six-star grade and appoint him as General of the Armies. Letters stating the Department of Defense's views on this resolution, as well as their opinion of a similar resolution seeking to posthumously appoint President George Washington as General of the Armies, are also included.