Throughout the twentieth century, there were vigorous leaders and inauspicious leaders. One of the top leaders happen to be John Fitzgerald Kennedy of the United States of America. John Fitzgerald Kennedy very prosperous leader was his speeches that he gave to the american people and to the world trying to make the world a much higher quality place to live. He also asked the american people “Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country.” John Fitzgerald Kennedy was born May 29, 1917 in Brookline, Ma. He was born into a very wealthy family the Fitzgerald and the Kennedy’s, both were prominent Irish Catholic families. JFK was the second oldest out of 9 siblings which they were all extraordinary siblings, and from Eunice Kennedy founding the Special Olympics, Robert Kennedy being a U.S. Attorney General, and Ted Kennedy was one of the most persuasive senators in American History. But other than all of them being substantial to the Government they remained close-knit and supportive of each other throughout their unified lives. JFK attended a Catholic boys boarding school in New Milford, Connecticut called Canterbury, where exceeded in English and history but nearly flunked out of Latin, which he did not have any interest. After he got out of Canterbury he went on to Choate, which is an exclusive Connecticut preparatory school. After graduating from Choate and went to Princeton University for one semester then in 1936 Kennedy transferred to Harvard University. While he was there he was proving to be an average student due to his interest in sports and women. He was also very popular with his classmates at Harvard. As he grew older he began taking his studies seriously and began to realize his pot... ... middle of paper ... ... President John Fitzgerald Kennedy was assassinated by Lee Harvey Oswald, a former Marine with Soviet sympathies, he fired at the car hitting the president twice, once in the neck, and in the back of his skull. JFK was pronounced dead at Parkland Memorial Hospital shortly after getting shot 2 times to the Lower neck and Upper skull. Then two days, after JFK’s assassination Lee Harvey Oswald was assassinated by Jack Ruby a Dallas Nightclub owner. “To the American public, as well as his first historians, John F. Kennedy is a hero and was a visionary politician who, of not for his untimely death, may have averted the political and social turmoil of the late 1960s.” After John F. Kennedy was buried his wife Jackie Kennedy said, “There’ll be great Presidents again, and the Johnsons are wonderful, they’ve been wonderful to me, but there’ll never be another Camelot again.”
John F. Kennedy’s assassination has been a mystery since it happened in 1993. John F. Kennedy was shot in a moving car in Dallas, Texas. The murder surprised the nation in a time of peace and calmness, It was also “... the first time the vivid immediacy of such acts was brought into the homes of millions” (“The Warren
At this time, Kennedy was shot in the head and neck by a sniper. He was then
After clinching the victory of the election in 1960, it was time for Kennedy to start planning for his second presidential race. Part of his plan was to tour the country campaigning in hopes of being reelected. The tour led him to five cities in Texas including Dallas. One of his main objectives was to bring democrats together because Texas was a crucial state to get him reelected. Upon their arrival in Dallas, JFK and his wife joined the governor and his wife in a limousine. With the vice president and his wife in a car behind them, the motorcade was scheduled to make a ten mile tour through the city. The tour of the city was to end at the Trade Mart where JFK was scheduled to speak at a luncheon. Before the motorcade could reach it’s destination, the president was shot in the head and the governor was shot in the chest. The car went quickly to the hospital, which was very close to the scene. The governor was able to recover from being shot, but Kennedy died at the hospital at approximately 1:00. JFK’s body was loaded onto Air Force One. Before taking off, Lyndon B. Johns...
people lining the streets hoping to get a glimpse of the President. As his motorcade proceeded down Elm Street, Governor Connally's wife said, "You can't say that Dallas isn't friendly to you today Mr. President." Upon that, John F. Kennedy, the thirty-fifth President of the United States was assassinated. The United States mourned the death of its young and inspiring President. It has been many years since the assassination of John F. Kennedy and people are still uncertain as to who was actually responsible for his assassination. Through the years there have been numerous theories that the CIA and the FBI were somehow linked to the assassination.
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.
The assassination of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, the 35th president of the United States, marked a tragic historical moment in American history. The president was fatally shot by a sniper while traveling with his wife, Texas Governor John Connally, and Connally’s wife in a presidential motorcade at 12.30 pm on Friday, November 22, 1963. JFK was pronounced dead shortly after rushing to Parkland Hospital, where a tracheostomy and other efforts failed to keep him alive. Although Lee Harvey Oswald, a former United States Marine, was convicted of the crime, the purpose behind the assassination remained inclusive as Oswald’s case never came to trial as he was shot to death two days later by Jack Ruby, a local nightclub operator in Texas. The assassination raised many questions and theories concerning the murder.
John F. Kennedy, of Irish decent, was born in Brookline, Massachusetts on May 29,1917. He entered the Navy, after graduation from Harvard in 1940. In 1946, home from World War II, Kennedy became a Democratic Congressman and in 1953, he joined the Senate. A "privileged aristocrat," his father's wealth and influence contributed largely to Kennedy's political career. 1 John's father, Joseph Kennedy was a self-made millionaire. "In Joseph's political career, he accompanied President Franklin D. Roosevelt and his New Deal, as the chairman of the new Securities and Exchange Commission. Joseph was also chairman of the Maritime Commission and from 1937- 1940, he was ambassador to Great Britain." 2 John's mother, Rose (Fitzgerald) Kennedy, was daughter to John F. Fitzgerald, Mayor of Boston. John's paternal grandfather, Patrick J. Kennedy, had served in the Massachusetts Senate.
John F. Kennedy was born on May 20, 1917 in Brookeline, Massachuetts. Kennedy was one of nine childern conceieved by his parents, Joseph and Rose Kennedy. Kennedy had three Sisters, and five Brothers. Kennedy was of Irish descent. Kennedy had some health issues over the years as a child growing up, and his teenage years. Kennedy’s disorder that was very rare in his time was known as, Addison’s Disease. Kennedy attended Private schools all of his childhood life, up until college, where he attended Harvard. Kennedy later on his life after attending harvard he became interested in Polotics. kennedy ran to be the president in 1944, where Kennedy won his re election in the house of reps in 1948 and as well 1950. In 1952 kennedy ran successfully for the Senate, where he defeated at the time, a popular Republican man named, Henry Cabot Lodge,
John F. Kennedy was actually born as Jack F. Kennedy. JFK was born on May 29, 1917 in Brookline, Massachusetts. That 's basically the suburbs of Boston, Massachusetts. JFK had 9 brothers & sisters. JFK`s family wasn 't that close of a family but none the less JFK himself was a family man. But being President is a busy job so he probably didn 't get that much time with them anyway (History.com. A&E Television Networks,n.d. Web). JFK was indeed born to one of America’s wealthiest families. JFK first attended Princeton University but, after just one year he transferred to Harvard University where he graduated in 1940. Besides being a President JFK was also the lieutenant of his navy crew during WWII (John F Kennedy. N.p., n.d.). He also served three terms in the House Of Representatives. In 1952 JFK was elected to the U.S.senate. Then later in 1960 JFK was nominated by the Democratic Party to run for president against Vice president Richard Nixon ("John F. Kennedy Elected President." History.com. A&E Television Networks, n.d. Web).
John F. Kennedy had many eventful things happen while he grew older. Kennedy got his education by going to, The Choate School and Harvard College. After his graduation from, Harvard he joined the U.S. Navy and entered World War II. After his patrol boat sunk, he swam himself to safety, then going back to the sinking boat and sacrificed his life to save injured in the boat. However Kennedys brother, who had also been part of World War II died while, fighting in Europe, which made john “next in line” for political leadership within the powerful Kennedy Clan.
As emblematic representatives of their country, U.S. Presidents exercise their beliefs and concepts regularly through the use of eloquence. John Fitzgerald Kennedy was elected president of the United States in 1960. Kennedy became president during times of great danger and fear for the nation of America, and others around the globe. With Communism becoming even more popular, and large weapon’s being frequently produced all around the world, the people of America needed a new premier commander. As the youngest elected official to ever govern the White House, Kennedy wanted to show his genuineness as a ruler, and verify that his presidency would lead to great hope and a future.
The assassination of John F. Kennedy was unjustified. My reasons for that is because John F. Kennedy was a hero and a great leader. Even though John F. Kennedy was respected by a lot he was a treat to the mafia.
Kennedy is not only recognized as one of the best presidents that America has ever brought into office, but was also an important figure within the Civil Rights Movement, and was an extraordinary leader for our country during one of America's most difficult times. JFK outdid himself, and most definitely proved himself to be a great leader for the United States. People remember Kennedy mainly for his fondness, and the way he inspired people with his intensified speeches, charm, and sensitivity. Before being handed over office, JFK had goals set for the US, and nearly accomplished all of them. Although, JFK's devastating assassination in 1963 tended to overshadow his major and significant accomplishments during his time in office; JFK's accomplishments were deserving of his lasting memory because of his iconic role in leading the Civil Rights Movement, and his leadership during one of America's most threatening times, the Cuban Missile Crisis. Although, Mr. Kennedy faced a few mishaps during his time in office, it is a fact to say that JFK handled most of his problematic encounters in a sophisticated and professional manner that made him likable by many citizens, regardless of his
... elected for a second term remains unknown, but his presidency is forever marked with a conspiracy that is confirmed to have been a number of individuals who desperately wanted to rid the United States of an optimistic future. And so my fellow American’s, "Ask not what your country can do for you – ask what you can do for your country." – John Fitzgerald Kennedy.
In the early nineteen sixties, John Fitzgerald Kennedy held the position as president of the United States. President Kennedy was very popular among the people, but because of his extreme principles and policies, Kennedy had some critics however. President Kennedy became a strong ruler of America in the sixties, which made individuals worried. As for one man named Lee Harvey Oswald, he thought the same. Oswald an ex-military sharpshooter had a plan of his own for Kennedy. On November 22nd of 1963, President John F. Kennedy was shot by Lee Harvey Oswald, from the 6th floor of the Texas School Book Depository (Wunsch 2). Although, people believe Oswald was accompanied by multiple assassins. This was later disproved by the Warren Commission. Many speculate that Lee Harvey Oswald was not a lone assassin, but much evidence points to Oswald being the lone assassinator of John F. Kennedy.