Library of Congress
Loc: Biographical Directory of the u.s. Congress: John F. Kennedy
This is a brief biographical sketch of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States.
Library of Congress
Loc: Herblock's Presidents
Historically significant collection of political cartoons featuring U.S. Presidents from Library of Congress online teacher-student resources.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: John F. Kennedy
From the online encyclopedia Wikipedia, this biographical account of JFK includes his military service during WWII, the significant events of his political career and presidency including Cabinet and Supreme Court appointments, and...
National Archives (UK)
Learning Curve: Kennedy and the Cuban Missile Crisis
This resource provides information about Cuba's history and Castro's rise to power, the development of the relationship between Cuba and the USSR, a description of the events of the crisis, Kennedy's response to the discovery of Soviet...
Other
President John F. Kennedy
This site provides a biography of President John F. Kennedy, as well as the full text of several of his speeches and debates, and a description of the Bay of Pigs Invasion and the Cuban Missile Crisis.
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
Online home of the Kennedy Library has a full slate of resources and documentation to support study of the man, his career, his presidential administration and policies, and his political legacy.
The White House
The White House: Presidents: John F. Kennedy
The White House provides a descriptive biography of John F. Kennedy's life as president of the United States. A color photograph is included.
University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: John Fitzgerald Kennedy
A thorough resource from the AmericanPresident.org on the personal and political life of JFK. This particular page discusses Kennedy's background and political involvement preceding the presidency. But click "more" at the bottom of the...
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PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Let Freedom Ring: President Kennedy [Pdf]
A lesson plan from the producers of the 16-episode PBS series "Freedom: A History of US" that lets learners analyze how the image of President and Mrs. Kennedy influenced American government and culture. Includes a discussion of some of...
PBS
Pbs: John F. Kennedy Character Above All
This excellent PBS site gives an interesting essay focusing on the conflicting nature of Kennedy's character.
CNN
Cnn: Jfk on Tape
From CNN.com, this article briefly explores Kennedy's concerns about a possible downturn in the economy and the impact it could have on his re-election in 1964. Other topics include significant international events such as the Vietnam War.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: On the Alliance for Progress, 1961
This site from Fordham University contains the address made by JFK concerning the Alliance for Progress at a White House reception for Latin American diplomats and members of Congress.