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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0895-011
This folder contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at the America Salutes Israel celebration at Yankee Stadium in New York. In his speech the Senator discusses the history and creation of the Israeli state and calls for the United States to provide aid to Israel in the face of Middle Eastern aggression.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-340-019
This file contains a copy of National Security Action Memoranda number 231 (NSAM 231) titled, “Middle Eastern Nuclear Capabilities,” to Secretary of State Dean Rusk, Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission (AEC) Glenn T. Seaborg, and Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) John McCone from McGeorge Bundy, Special Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-339-015
This file contains memoranda between Secretary of State Dean Rusk and President John F. Kennedy regarding the establishment of United States Government radio stations near foreign embassies and abroad for the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (also known as the Soviet Union), Guinea, Iran, and Israel. Also included is the final report of the Subcommittee on Communications and a draft NSAM titled, “Establishment of the National Communications System.” The materials relate to National Security Action Memoranda number 201 (NSAM 201) titled, “Establishment of Subcommittee on Communications.”
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0901-004
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the Greater Washington Observance of Israel’s 10th anniversary in Washington D.C. In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses the achievements of Israel, including its foreign policy, domestic economy, and scientific advancements. He goes on to discuss Israel's relations with other countries in the Middle East.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0726-006
Materials in this folder include correspondence between members of the White House staff and the public regarding trees planted in Israel in honor of President John F. Kennedy. The trees were planted in celebration of Tu B'Shvat, also referred to as the Jewish Arbor Day.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0726-005
Materials in this folder include correspondence between members of the White House staff and the public regarding trees planted in Israel in honor of President John F. Kennedy. The trees were planted in celebration of Tu B'Shvat, also referred to as the Jewish Arbor Day. Contains one photographic print.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0726-004
Materials in this folder include correspondence between members of the White House staff and the public regarding trees planted in Israel in honor of President John F. Kennedy. The trees were planted in celebration of Tu B'Shvat, also referred to as the Jewish Arbor Day. Contains two photographic prints.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0726-003
Materials in this folder include correspondence between members of the White House staff and the public regarding trees planted in in Israel in honor of President John F. Kennedy. The trees were planted in celebration of Tu B'Shvat, also referred to as the Jewish Arbor Day. Contains one photographic print.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0726-001
Materials in this folder include correspondence between members of the White House staff and the public regarding trees planted in Israel in honor of President John F. Kennedy. The trees were planted in celebration of Tu B'Shvat, also referred to as the Jewish Arbor Day.
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John F. Kennedy Personal Papers
JFKPP-005-009
This folder contains mainly letters and telegrams from Kennedy to various family members. Of note is a letter from Robert F. Kennedy to his parents written during his trip to Israel and dated April 6, 1948.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0904-012
This file contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Israel - A Land of Paradoxes,” given at the Temple B’rith Kodesh in Rochester, New York. In the speech he discusses the intellectual achievements of the State of Israel and foreign policy concerns in the Middle East. Of note is a draft with notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-023
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “American Leadership for Peace in the Middle East,” given at a Zionists of America convention at the Statler Hilton Hotel in New York City. In his speech he discusses Israel’s history, offers his support for all Middle Eastern countries, and argues against an arms race between Israel and other nations in the Middle East.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Congressional Campaign Files, 1946-1958
JFKCAMP-0122-007
This folder contains materials related to John F. Kennedy's address titled "Israel: A Miracle of Progress," delivered at the Golden Jubilee Banquet of B'nai Zion, including copies of a published version of the speech.
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John F. Kennedy Personal Papers
JFKPP-036-015
This folder contains an edited press release of a speech by Senator John F. Kennedy at the "America Salutes Israel" celebration at Yankee Stadium in New York adapted for The Strategy of Peace, a compilation of speeches and statements concerning foreign policy by Senator Kennedy published during the 1960 Presidential campaign. In his remarks, Senator Kennedy discusses the future of the State of Israel in a climate of international political, ideological, and military conflict.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-407-007
This folder contains material related to United States policy in the Middle East, particularly as they pertain to the United Arab Republic and Israel. Topics include tensions, arm limitations, Arab refugees, the Arab Unity Proclamation, and U.S. aid to Arab States and Israel. Of note, there is a small amount of material that pertains to the Johnson administration.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-068a-001
This folder contains material collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning the Agency for International Development (AID). Topics include aid to Israel for FY 1963, the California-Chile project under the Alliance for Progress, U.S. aid to selected Asian countries, and background information for the President for a meeting with Chairman of the Development Assistance Committee (DAC) Willard Thorp.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-063-004
This folder contains memoranda between the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, and Myer "Mike" Feldman, Deputy Special Counsel to the President. Topics include aid to Israel, legislation, and domestic affairs. Of note is a memorandum concerning possible medals for entertainer Bob Hope.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Staff Files of Sanford L. Fox
JFKWHSFSLF-003-006
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Myer Feldman Personal Papers
MFPP-056-007
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Myer Feldman Personal Papers
MFPP-056-005
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Hirsh Freed Personal Papers
HFPP-001-007
This folder contains carbon copies of Hirsh Freed's correspondence with Representative John F. Kennedy and others during Kennedy's service as Representative for Massachusetts's 11th district in the United States Congress, as well as his campaign for the United States Senate. The bulk of the correspondence relates to the state's Jewish community, the Representative's political positions on Israel and Palestine, and campaign strategy. The folder also includes a copy of Kennedy's speech at the Kehilath Jacob Award Dinner in Boston, Massachusetts.
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Hirsh Freed Personal Papers
HFPP-001-008
This folder contains carbon copies of Hirsh Freed's correspondence with Senator John F. Kennedy during Kennedy's service as United States Senator for Massachusetts. Topics include the state's Jewish community, the Mutual Security Program, and aid to Israel.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1025-003
This folder contains speeches by Senator John F. Kennedy, including drafts with handwritten annotations, reading copies, and press releases. Topics include organized labor and labor reform legislation; Israel; Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev; civil rights; agricultural issues; and the housing industry.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1051-012
This folder contains requests for statements and speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy during the 1960 presidential campaign. Also included in this folder are statements made by Senator Kennedy concerning agriculture, defense, education, foreign policy, national security, the March of Dimes, Israel, the Middle East, and West Virginia.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1059-015
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Pennsylvania concerning the balance of payments, the economy, Israel, the Republican Party’s voting record on social services legislation, and themes of Vice President Richard M. Nixon’s campaign.