What is a legacy? Is it strictly a visible, touchable object? A legacy is not just an object that people can see; it can be a dream or an idea. Although his life came to a tragic end, John F. Kennedy was one of the many presidents that served his term of presidency with compassion and dedication, and also, he left behind an unforgettable legacy to live on for the generations to come. His legacy was both an idea and dream that still affects many Americans today, as he led people to believe that he would make peace between countries. “Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty” (Kennedy). When he won the election for president in 1961, he would set goals for the United States that would amount to extraordinary events. Also, he would overcome one the most dangerous obstacles that any president has ever encountered. Even though Kennedy endured many hardships during his childhood, he grew up into a successful and ambitious man. He was born in Brookline, Massachusetts on May 29, 1917 to Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy. Although, to the public he was known as “Jack Kennedy”. John F. Kennedy was also prone to being ill. He suffered from many illnesses such as chickenpox, measles, and whooping cough. However, this was not all that he had to endure. Before the age of three, Kennedy was diagnosed with scarlet fever, a life-threatening disease. Fortunately, he fully recovered from it and continued the routines of daily living (“John F. Kennedy”). Numerous individuals look back on someone’s life and evaluate of what importance their life was. Kennedy demonstrates that even though one may n... ... middle of paper ... ...Web. 10 Jan. 2014. Davidson, Antony. “Stabilized Zapruder Film in HD.” Kottke.org. N.p., 21 Nov. 2013. Web. 20 Dec. 2013. “General Article: Legacy.” American Experience PBS. WBGH Educational Foundation., n.d. Web. 16 Dec. 2013. “JFK Assassination Newspaper & Facts.” Archives.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Dec. 2013. “John F. Kennedy.” 2013. The Biography Channel website. Nov 19 2013, 12:28 Kelly, Martin. “Ten Things to Know About John F. Kennedy.” About.com American History. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 Dec. 2013 Kennedy, John Fitzgerald. “Kennedy, “Inaugural Address,” Speech Text.” Voices of Democracy The US Oratory Project. Natcome.org,. Web. 15 Dec. 2013. “Life of John F. Kennedy.” John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Jan. 2014. May, Ernest R. “John F Kennedy and the Cuban MIssile Crisis.” BBC News. BBC., 18 Nov. 2013. Web. 15 Dec. 2013.
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The account is told from Robert F. Kennedy's point of view. Kennedy was a key player in the decisions made during the thirteen days of the Cuban Missile Crisis. Kennedy believed that the United States should try and resolve The Cuban Missile Crisis peacefully and that the United States needed to try and avoid resolving to violent measures. Kennedy took over for his brother, the President on many occasions. He led important meetings and tried to negotiate an understanding with the other cabinet members who were involved. At first he believed that a blockade around Cuba would be the right maneuver and his proposal was supported by the majority of the other members. Soon he realized though that the Russians were not planning on negotiating or dealing with this matter in any peaceful manner. Though apposed to it Kennedy moved for an air strike. He was very uncomfortable with the idea and he showed this with his remark to the president of "I now know how Tojo felt when he was planning Pearl Harbor.
Robert F. Kennedy's chilling account of his experiences with his brother, President John F. Kennedy over thirteen days in October of 1962 give an idea to the reader of just how alarmingly close our country came to nuclear war. Kennedy sums up the Cuban Missile Crisis as "a confrontation between two atomic nations...which brought the world to the abyss of nuclear destruction and the end of mankind."1 The author's purpose for writing this memoir seems to be to give readers an idea of the danger confronted during the Cuban Missile Crisis and to reflect on the lessons we should learn from it as a country, and for future members of government.
John F. Kennedy’s presidency was short lived due to his assassination on November 22, 1963. He left behind a legacy for being the perfect image of happiness, youth, and success (Doc C). If Americans are asked about John F. Kennedy they will state that he is and was one of the best presidents in American history. However, most American citizens only see the man that looked well-groomed on the television screen. They do not take into consideration all of the harm Kennedy could have caused. When it came to running the white house his foreign policies were defective and his fear of losing support for legislation caused him to not push hard enough for change in the United states. All of Kennedy’s flaws caused him to be a bad
The first point that made John F. Kennedy responsible for handling the Cuban Missile Crisis, well, was his way of managing the public. In every crisis, a leader must always keep in mind of the reactions of the people because if it is ill dealt with, disastrous and chaotic consequences could ensue. Thus, even though nuclear warfare was prevented; credit should also be given to how the public of the United States did not end up in turmoil. To access how the public did not end up in chaos, one has to look into the genesis of when the majority of the American citizens received the news of the Cuban Missile Crisis in the first place. This leaves with only one source, which was the public address from President John F. Kennedy on October 22, 1962.1
Kennedy had many accomplishments in his life. One of his most famous accomplishments was in 1960 where he became the 35th president of the United States. He donated his whole $100,000 White House salary to charity. He also became a senator in 1952. He signed the partial nuclear test ban, in order to limit the more powerful nuclear bombs. In more international terms, he made more security ties with Israel. He created the Peace Corps to help health care, farming, education, and construction in underdeveloped nations. Most importantly though, he led America through the Cold War. Being one of the youngest presidents ever, it was a very stressful position for him to be in. He was one of the most important American leaders then and now. Traits he possess are perseverance and teamwork. He persevered when he became the president in a close election against Richard Nixon. He displayed teamwork when he worked together with other nations to try to take down the Communists. Kennedy once said, “Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose an foe to assure the survival and the success of
Chang, Laurence and Peter Kornbluh. The Cuban Missile Crisis, 1962. New York: The New Press, 1992.
John F. Kennedy served as the 35th president of the United States of America, until he was assassinated in November of 1963. During his term in presidency he was viewed as one of many influential leaders that have shaped America for the better. Following are three documents that use their individual style to focus on conveying the legacy of John Fitzgerald Kennedy. The documents are cited from John F. Kennedy’s own inaugural speech, to an article in which friends and family of John F. Kennedy share their memories of the inauguration, and lastly a photograph of John F Kennedy being administered the Oath of Office. Each of these documents use their own style but each document share their personal strengths and weakness on delivering John F. Kennedy’s
Great accomplishments are not achieved without hard work, dedication and adversity. Throughout his life, Robert F. Kennedy exhibited many instances where one embraced challenge and worked effortlessly to overcome barriers. Adversity first hit the Kennedy family in the late 1840’s when the potato famine struck Ireland. Robert’s great grandfather, Patrick Kennedy, made the decision to move his family from Ireland to Boston, Massachusetts to seek opportunity in America. In the 1920’s Robert’s father, Joseph Patrick Kennedy, became a prominent and wealthy figurehead in American politics. Growing up in a wealthy household of nine children, Robert was privy to a very lavish lifestyle. Although wealthy, Robert’s parents instilled a structured and
On November 22, 1963, a sniper’s bullet transformed the world forever. On that infamous day, John F. Kennedy, the 35th president of the United States, was assassinated by Lee Harvey Oswald. Clearly this tragic event had a profound impact on the course of American and world history. To answer why this event affected people so much, we must first understand what kind of man John F. Kennedy was. Although he was able to achieve some important accomplishments during his short term, what was more important was what he meant and represented for the people. The early 60’s were a time of political, economic, and social change. The future, which he called the New Frontier, was more uncertain than ever, so the public needed a trustworthy leader to show them the right path. I believe that President Kennedy represented courage and hope for this uncertain New Frontier, and provided the kind leadership that inspires the best in people during difficult times.
John was born May, 29, 1917, in Brooklyn, MA, he has eight siblings, five sisters(Rosemary Kennedy, Eunice Kennedy Shriver, Jean Kennedy Smith, Patricia Kennedy Lawford, Kathleen Cavendish) and three brothers(Robert Kennedy, Ted Kennedy, Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr. His parents' names are Rose Kennedy, and Joseph P. Kennedy, Sr. As a boy his hobbies and interests were football, tennis, swimming, and boating. He wasn’t the brightest in school and had
Stern, Sheldon M. The Cuban Missile Crisis in American Memory: Myths versus Reality. Stanford, CA: Stanford Univ., 2012. Print.
John F. Kennedy will always be remembered as one of the most cheerful and helpful presidents in the history of the United States. His memory will continue to live on in our books as well as in our
John F. Kennedy said, "Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future." This quote is very true and that is why John F. Kennedy had plans for the future and what he wanted to help shape America into. John F. Kennedy had plans for America and was one of the most popular presidents to live, but was sadly assassinated before ever seeing his plan unfold. John F. Kennedy was one of America’s greatest presidents because he helped our nation prosper with the space program, the Peace Corps, and he helped the nation through the Cuban Missile Crisis.