John F. Kennedy / edited by Sherman Hollar.
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- 1615309438 (library binding)
- 9781615309436 (library binding)
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Main Library | Children's Biography | Kennedy, J. J65 | Available | 33111007480649 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Though he had less than three years in office, John F. Kennedy made a lasting and profound mark as U.S. president. Deftly handling the Cuban Missile Crisis and supporting civil rights laws and the space race, Kennedy represented the promise for a better future. Readers examine the life of the accomplished and charismatic 35th president whose life and term were tragically ended too soon.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Early life and career -- The Kennedy family -- Education and athletics -- Return to the United States and college -- Naval service in World War II -- Political rise -- Election to Congress -- United States senator -- The 1960 presidential election -- The presidency -- Problems facing the new president -- Events of 1962 -- Kennedy's final accomplishments -- Assassination -- The shooting in Dallas -- The return to Washington -- Burial at Arlington -- The Warren Commission -- Conclusion.
Examines John F. Kennedy's early life and career, rise in politics, tenure as the United States' thirty-fifth president, and assassination.