Education: Loyalty Oath and Disclaimer Affidavit

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Title
Education: Loyalty Oath and Disclaimer Affidavit
Collection
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
Finding Aid | Digitized Content
Digital Identifier
JFKCAMP1960-1029-034
Date(s) of Materials
Undated
Folder Description
This folder contains copies of a speech by Senator John F. Kennedy titled, "The Loyalty Oath and Disclaimer Affidavit," concerning a provision in the National Defense Education Act requiring applicants of Federal student loans to sign an affidavit proclaiming their loyalty to the United States and denying support to any organization advocating the overthrow of the U.S. Government.
Extent / Physical Description
12 digital pages
Series
Series 15. Speeches and the Press.
Preferred Citation
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960. Speeches and the Press. Speeches, Statements, and Sections, 1958-1960. Education: Loyalty Oath and Disclaimer Affidavit. JFKCAMP1960-1029-034. John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
Media Type
Use Restriction Note
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Copyright Notice
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