By David McMillen Introduction The year 1946 marked the closing of an era and the beginning of a new world order. World War II had ended just months before, and cities and towns were crowded with soldiers, sailors, and airmen returning from the European and Asian fronts. The world had witnessed the explosion of two[…]
Throughout his presidency, Kennedy continued to give the public a clear understanding of his priorities. The New Frontier of Politics Compared to the relative quiet of Eisenhower’s presidency in the 1950s, the 1960s were rife with political activity. President Eisenhower left the White House after serving for eight years, opening the door for a vibrant[…]
John F. Kennedy was sworn in as the 35th president on January 20, 1961. The road there was long. Early Life Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy, who was a very disciplined and organized woman, made the following entry on a notecard, when her second child was born: John Fitzgerald Kennedy Born Brookline, Mass. (83 Beals Street) May 29,[…]