Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-045-045
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks upon his arrival at Fiumicino Airport in Rome, Italy. In his speech the President discusses the necessity for strong international relations, Italy's strategic position in European politics, and the historical relationship between Italy and the United States, in particular a strong pattern of immigration. Materials in this folder include a draft by Special Assistant to the President for National Security McGeorge Bundy and press copies of the speech.