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The Inauguration of John F. Kennedy, 35th President of the United States, 20 January 1961

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The Inauguration of John F. Kennedy, 35th President of the United States, 20 January 1961
20 January 1961
Motion picture covering the highlights of John F. Kennedy's Inaugural Address. Included are shots of landmarks in Washington, D.C., John F. Kennedy's arrival at the White House and motorcade to the Capitol, Inaugural ceremonies, and the Inaugural Address, which has been edited. In his speech President Kennedy urges American citizens to participate in public service and "ask not what your country can do for you--ask what you can do for your country." Source: United States Information Agency (USIA), received from Paul Fisher, White House, 9/18/64. Presented by: United States Information Service (USIS). Produced by: Movietone.
1 film reel (color; sound; 16 mm; 948 feet; 10 minutes)
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National Archives and Records Administration. Office of Presidential Libraries. John F. Kennedy Library (04/01/1985- )
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