Textual folder
United States Department of the Navy Records
USDN-001-002
This folder contains copies of records from John F. Kennedy's Navy personnel file. The correspondence and forms mainly concern Kennedy's medical records; the medals and awards he received, including the Navy and Marine Corps Medal for heroic conduct following the sinking of PT-109; and general requests for information about his Navy service. Notable documents include a biographical sketch prepared by Navy in 1960; a Transcript of Naval Service; and a casualty report from his death.