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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RH-01
In this interview Hilsman discusses his initial interactions with John F. Kennedy [JFK]; Hilsman’s appointment to the Department of State during the Kennedy Administration; Foreign Service officers and “hot-seat” jobs; issues with Dean Rusk as Secretary of State; reorganizing the Bureau of Intelligence and Research; the flow of information between the State Department and the White House; staffing the State Department; the use of satellite intelligence; John A. McCone; working with and around Robert F. Kennedy [RFK]; JFK, RFK, and Vietnam; Edward G. Lansdale; Maxwell D. Taylor; the connection between Vietnam and Laos; U.S. action in Laos; the Buddhist crisis in Vietnam; the impact of WWII on Hilsman and JFK’s generation; and the 1963 coup in Vietnam, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JSC-01
Clark discusses John F. Kennedy as a senator, Senate infighting, Kennedy Administration legislation, urbanization problems, and the 1960 Democratic convention, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RFK-08
In this interview Robert F. Kennedy [RFK] discusses John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] Cabinet and appointing the various secretaries; problems in and JFK’s wariness of the Department of State; the ideal State Department organization; problems with Dean Rusk; Maxwell D. Taylor’s Cuba investigation; the Bay of Pigs and its effect on U.S. action in Laos; John McCone’s prediction of missiles in Cuba; Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson and foreign policy; JFK’s vice-presidential choice at the 1960 Democratic National Convention; Johnson’s hesitant acceptance of the vice-presidential slot; RFK’s appointment as Attorney General; RFK’s involvement in staffing the White House for JFK and other presidential appointments; Lord Harlech (William David Ormsby-Gore); and State Department staff, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RFK-02
In this interview Robert F. Kennedy [RFK] discusses the 1961 Berlin crisis; American forces, military and diplomatic, in Germany; John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] recommendation for Americans to have fallout shelters; nuclear testing; problems with the Department of State; the start of the conflict in Vietnam, 1961; the Department of Justice under RFK and organized crime; RFK’s difficult relationship with J. Edgar Hoover; the wiretapping bill; new federal judgeships in 1961 and other presidential appointments; the Alliance for Progress; Red China; crises during JFK’s presidency and how he was an optimist; RFK’s move for an income tax increase during the Berlin crisis; RFK’s disagreements with President JFK; indecisiveness over picking JFK’s running mate, 1960; the missile gap; fighting and UN operations in the Congo; Nikita S. Khrushchev’s speeches; RFK’s 1962 trip to Japan, Indonesia, Germany, and other countries; the release of Allen L. Pope; Dutch disputes in Southeast Asia; the 1961 crisis in the Dominican Republic and the assassination of Rafael Leonidas Trujillo Molina; the 1962 disarmament conference in Geneva; Edward M. Kennedy’s 1962 campaign for U.S. Senate; the Kennedy family national and political reputation; the Justice Department under RFK and civil rights; and the 1962 steel crisis, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-CPR-01
This interview focuses on the 1960 Democratic primary in Wisconsin, the internal operations of the Defense Department under Robert S. McNamara, and the relations between the military and the Defense Department, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-WWR-01
This interview focuses on Rostow’s professional relationship with John F. Kennedy, the Kennedy administration’s policy towards Laos, Vietnam, Cuba, and Europe, and the operations of the White House during the Kennedy administration, among other topics.
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Lawrence F. O'Brien Personal Papers
LOBPP-014-004
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-1103-018
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech given at a Milwaukee Gridiron dinner in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Topics of his speech include a need for effective leadership to address the growing threat of Communism, and the 1960 presidential election. The copy has notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0924-005
This file contains policy statements issued by the Advisory Council of the Democratic National Committee. Included are pamphlets regarding natural resources, a proposal for a National Peace Agency, defense disarmament, education, urban and suburban issues, and nuclear testing.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0923-005
This file contains a chronological set of press releases and statements issued by Senator John F. Kennedy's office. There are also some releases from his presidential campaign organization, Senator John F. Kennedy for President. Items of note include a report to Senator Kennedy from the Committee on Defense Establishment; a report of the Task Force on Area Redevelopment, which was appointed by President-elect Kennedy to investigate areas with chronic unemployment; and his Inaugural Address.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-040
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at an American Legion convention in Miami, Florida during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses national security concerns, including the achievement gap between the United States and Soviet Union in military strength and nuclear missile technology; and a need to increase foreign aid to developing nations.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-039
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a band shell in Miami, Florida during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the failure of the Republican administration to address national security issues, including the growing influence of communism in Cuba.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-038
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the 163rd Street Shopping Center in North Miami Beach, Florida during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses political party divisions on foreign policy issues, including the fight against communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-028
This file contains a copy of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Levittown, New Jersey during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing political party divisions on domestic and international issues, including concerns over the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-027
This file contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Johnstown, Pennsylvania during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics of the speech include unemployment concerns in Pennsylvania; the failure of the Republican administration to address national security concerns, including communism; and a need to re-establish the United States as a world leader.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-026
This file contains a copy of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Kittanning, Pennsylvania during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses political party divisions on economic and national security issues, including a need to re-establish the United States as a world leader to fight the growing threat of communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-068
This file contains a copy and draft of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Cow Palace in San Francisco, California, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses international challenges, disarmament, and the need for qualified Foreign Service officers. He also proposes a volunteer corps of peace ambassadors. Of note is a partial draft with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-066
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at Horton Plaza in San Diego, California, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator points out recent changes in Vice President Nixon's positions, and addresses issues related to the defense industry.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-062
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Douglas Aircraft Company plant in Long Beach, California, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the defense industry and the historic opposition of the Republican party to progressive legislation.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1023-035
This folder contains quotes by Richard M. Nixon on communism, national security, and competition between the United States and Soviet Union.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1023-034
This folder contains quotes by Richard M. Nixon concerning the use of U-2 aircraft to conduct aerial surveillance over the Soviet Union.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1023-032
This folder contains quotes by Richard M. Nixon concerning national security.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1023-031
This folder contains quotes by Richard M. Nixon regarding issues of mutual security including military assistance and the distribution of foreign aid.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1023-029
This folder contains quotes by Richard M. Nixon regarding issues of national security including disarmament, relations between the United States and the Soviet Union, atomic energy, satellites, the missile gap, and nuclear testing.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1023-028
This folder contains quotes by Richard M. Nixon regarding issues of national defense including military strength, defense spending, and reorganization of the military.