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John F. Kennedy

John F. Kennedy was the 35th president of the United States. Events that occurred during his term in office were The Bay of Pigs and the Cuban Missile Crisis. He was assassinated in 1963. Many believe there is a large amount of conspiracy still surrounding this event.

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What did Lyndon b Johnson call on congress to do to honor the memory the memory of president john f Kennedy?

From Novanet:

"President Johnson used his ability to build consensus to get the Civil Rights Act passed"

What was the Kennedy administrations new program to help raise the standard of living of people in developing nations?

The Kennedy Administration started the Peace Corps program for the purpose of raising the standard of living for individuals in developing countries. The program was formed on March 1, 1961.

How old was John F. Kennedy in 1962?

John F. Kennedy was 45 in 1962. He was assassinated in 1963, dying at the age of 46. He was the youngest American president elected into office.

How many people killed John F. Kennedy?

Two. The first hit in his back/neck/shoulder area and exitted his throat. The second hit in the "cowlick" area of his head, on the right side. This drove his head down suddenly about three inches down and forward. The forcefully propelled matter of the exploding head moved forward and to the right, thus causing his head to be thrown back and two the left, in accordance with Newton's Laws of Motion.

Did JFK take a salary as president?

yes! Have you ever heard of a political figure that did not?

You must be brainwashed by CNN and FOX, learn to read . Hes the only president that gave his salary to the poor.

http://orwelltoday.com/jfksalary.shtml

Why didn't John Fitzgerald Kennedy complete his Presidency?

President Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas, at 12:30 p.m. Central Standard Time on November 22, 1963. He was on a political trip to Texas to smooth over conflicts in the Democratic Party between liberals Ralph Yarborough, Don Yarborough, and conservative John Connally. He was shot once in the upper back, and shot again in the heat.

How much is a JFK bicentennial half dollar worth?

None of the Bicentennial half dollar coins made for general circulation contain any silver or are worth more than face value. Only Proof and collectors coins sold from the US Mint are worth more.

John f kennedy was the first what man elected president?

Kennedy was the first (and only, as of 2017) Roman Catholic US President. At the time, some Americans were worried that he would take instructions from the Pope.

How many simple sentences are in JFK inaugural address?

There are more than 20 complex sentences in John F. Kennedy's Inaugural address

Who drove John Kennedy when he got shot?

The driver of the presidential limousine was a Secret Service agent named William Greer.

1776-1976 Kennedy half dollar Independence Hall on back?

Assuming it doesn't have an "S" mintmark, it is not rare at all and only worth 50 cents.

^ You're an idiot. Do you homework and you'll learn this coin is worth about 20 dollars even not minted.

Why did jfk ask for the protective bubble to be taken off his car?

An open car, the Lincoln was equipped with an assortment of tops, including a snap-together bubble top, a black cover for the bubble, a formal rear top and a stainless steel forward section-none of which were bulletproof.

The vehicle was notorious for its inadequate cooling of the rear of the passenger cabin while the bubble top was in place, particularly in sunshine.

In order to prevent excessive heat and discomfort to the passengers, the top was often removed prior to parades, as was the case in Dallas on November 22, 1963, the assassination of Kennedy.

How long was JFK in the army?

Never was. He was in the Navy the Army rejected him.

Who does John F. Kennedy influence?

John Kennedy had a father who was very wealthy and who had developed a lot of political clout not only in Boston and nationally, particularly in the Franklin Roosevelt administration. He gained some attention for his military service and ran for Congress, served for two terms and then moved on the the Senate.

Who was the UN ambassador under JFK?

The US Ambassador to the United Nations from 1961 to 1965 was Adlai Stevenson.

Did president Kennedy visit Berlin?

He most certainly did, this is where he gave his most famous speech of "Ich bin Ein Berliner" which means " I am a citizen of Berlin."

Where was the vice president when JFK was shot?

Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson was in the same motorcade as President Kennedy in Dallas, Texas. Johnson was two cars back in the motorcade.

President Johnson's vision for America was called the?

It was named the great society and included the war against poverty.

What are some of the successes and failures of Kennedy's new frontier?

In his acceptance speech as the Democratic Candidate in 1960 John F. Kennedy promised America a 'New Frontier'. "We stand at the edge of a New Frontier - the frontier of unfulfilled hopes and dreams. It will deal with unsolved problems of peace and war, unconquered pockets of ignorance and prejudice, unanswered questions of poverty and surplus." This is an excerpt from his acceptance speech. However Kennedy's Presidency was cut short by a tragedy. Hi main time in office was spent on the foreign affairs such as the crisis in Berlin and the Cuban Missile Crisis, which brought the world to the very brink of nuclear war. However in 1962 he sent troops to the University of Mississippi so that a black student, James Meredith could enrol in the school. By the year 1963, Alabama was the only state in America with a segregated education system. In that year, Alabama finally gave in and allowed integration as well. Kennedy increased the minimum wage to $1,25 an hour, and housing was improved and the period of unemployment benefit was increased as well. The Republicans in Congress opposed Kennedy, as did the Southerners within his own party, the Democrats. Many older, white politicians were quite annoyed at his appointments of young and black advisers. Many disliked his spending plans on education and on the elderly - some even called him Communist.

What happened to John F. Kennedy in 1947?

He was elected congressman, his first official venture into politics if that is what I believe you are getting at. He later became a senator, and in l960- as we all know was elected President.

What happened to Jackie Kennedy's pink suit?

No, the pink suit that Jackie Kennedy wore the day her husband was assassinated right next to her was not a Chanel suit. It was a Chez Ninon suit copied from Chanel. The suit was a double breasted raspberry pink jacket with a matching skirt and pillbox hat, with golden buttons, white gloves, and navy trim and interior.

What was Kennedys volunteer program called?

Peace Corps.

Designed to promote world friendship. American volunteers go to developing countries, live among the people, and contribute knowledge and technical help.

Comprehensive US History-

by: Paul M. Roberts & Paula A. Franklin

Pg. 475

What things were happening around the world during john f. kennedys presidency?

i don't know much about this but it was, The Cuban missle crisis, Latin American communism, The bay of pigs invasion(cuba). so basically stuff going on with spanish countries, and his assassination in 1963.

What day of the week was Kennedy shot?

President Jofn F. Kennedy was shot on Friday, November 22, 1963.