Find John F. Kennedy in GALILEO

John F. Kennedy was born on May 29, 1917, and served as the nation’s 35th president from 1961-1963. If you’re interested in learning more about him, GALILEO has quite a few resources. (Note: Some links may not work off site. Click the database name for access.)

Encyclopaedia Britannica includes an article as well as many images and videos from his life and presidency.

Annals of American History includes speeches and reports by the late president, including audio versions of his televised address during the Cuban Missile Crisis and his inaugural address from which we have his famous quote, “And so, my fellow Americans — ask not what your country can do for you — ask what you can do for your country.”

A search for John F. Kennedy in History Reference Center and the same search in World History Collection include images, biographical information, and articles, including one about Kennedy’s challenge to the nation to put a man on the moon.

The Civil Rights Digital Library includes images, video clips, and more about John F. Kennedy during the Civil Rights Movement.

Image from Encyclopaedia Britannica