On February 22, 1932, the Kennedys were blessed with a fourth son, Edward Moore Kennedy, known as "Ted" (or "Teddy") in memory of Rose's Da-da Teddy. Joseph Kennedy, the father of Edward (Teddy), JFK, RFK, et al, could only agree to use Rose's maiden name, Fitzgerald, but never Edward, as he despised Rose's grandfather. However, after young Robert was born, he promised Rose that, if they were to have another son, he would allow her to name him Edward, after her beloved grandfather. When young Edward Kennedy was born, being the fourth of five boys, he was considered the "favorite" son, as most fourth sons are. Edward was thought to be a name of derision, but Rose, his mother, could not avoid using it as it was her paternal grandfather's given name. Da-da Teddy, as she called him, was most successful, both as a family man and in business. Rose Fitzgerald was the apple of her grandfather's eye. And, regarding how "Ted" became the shortened form for "Edward," click on the Related question.
Edward M. 'Ted' Kennedy was born on February 22, 1932.
Edward M. 'Ted' Kennedy was born on February 22, 1932.
Edward Moore Kennedy was the full name of Ted Kennedy.
not ted Kennedy that is so wrong
Yes. He is called Senator Ted Kennedy. Ted is a common nickname for those whose name is Edward.
Edward M. 'Ted' Kennedy died on August 25, 2009 at the age of 77.
Because, Ted or Teddy are abbreviations of Edward.
Patrick J. Kennedy, Kara Kenhedy and Edward Kennedy Jr. are all Ted Kennedy's children.
Edward Moore "Ted" Kennedy was born February 22nd, 1932 in Boston, Massachusetts.
Senator Ted Kennedy from Massachusetts.
Edward "Ted" Kennedy
Edward Moore "Ted" Kennedy