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AR6841-A. President John F. Kennedy Meets with Polish Exile Leaders Prince Lubomirski and General Władysław Anders

Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6841-A
President John F. Kennedy meets with representatives from the Polish government-in-exile (formally known as the Government of the Republic of Poland in Exile). (L – R): Prince Eugeniusz Lubomirski de Vaux, Aide-de-Camp to General Władysław Anders during World War II; General Anders, member of the Council of Three (Rada Trzech); President Kennedy. Oval Office, White House, Washington, D.C.
JFKWHP-AR6841-A.jpg

Cabot, John Moors: Oral History Interview - JFK #1, 1/27/1971

Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JMC-01
Cabot discusses Brazil’s involvement in the Alliance for Progress, U.S. foreign policy towards Poland and Eastern Europe during the John F. Kennedy Administration, and U.S.-China relations during the Kennedy Administration, among other issues.

Kraft, Joseph: Oral History Interview - RFK #1, 3/7/1970

Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-JSK-01
This interview focuses on Robert F. Kennedy [RFK] during the John F. Kennedy [JFK] Administration, a trip with RFK to Poland, and RFK’s Senate years, among other issues.

Dutton, Frederick G.: Oral History Interview - RFK #1, 11/18/1969

Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-FGD-01
In this interview Dutton discusses his personal and working relationships with Robert F. Kennedy [RFK]; his role in Lyndon B. Johnson’s 1964 presidential campaign; RFK’s staff from 1964 to 1968; and RFK’s 1968 presidential campaign, among other issues.

Nolan, John E.: Oral History Interview - RFK #5, 11/11/1971

Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-JEN-05
In this interview Nolan discusses Robert F. Kennedy [RFK] right after John F. Kennedy’s assassination; RFK’s speeches and appearances in early 1964 and his plans to leave the Department of Justice; the trip to Europe in the summer of 1964; planning RFK’s visit to Poland; RFK in Germany and Poland; and RFK’s decision to run for Senate in New York in 1964 and his campaign, among other issues.

Poland: General, 1961-1963

Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-123b-001
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning Poland. Materials in this folder include telegrams, memoranda, a letter from Polish Ambassador to the United States Edward Drozniak, a summary of the Polish-American Congress, a press release announcing the appointment of John Moors Cabot as Ambassador to Poland, a copy of H.R. 11921, a proposed amendment to the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, and a summary of the pending foreign aid legislation.

Polish-Americans

Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-104-018
This folder contains a newspaper article regarding the number of Americans of Polish descent according to the most recent United States Census.

Trade: General: 1962 Trade Bill, 1962

Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-309-006
This folder contains memoranda regarding the trade agreements program. Topics include the liberalization of trade policy, a proposal by Secretary of Commerce Luther Hodges to shift leadership of foreign trade policy from the Department of State to the Department of Commerce, and extending most-favored-nation status to Poland and Yugoslavia. Of note are memoranda from 1957 concerning recognition of Poland as a most-favored-nation. Also included in this folder are a Foreign Commerce Study on the State Department’s role in the Reciprocal Trade Agreements Program and Executive Orders 10082, Prescribing Procedures for the Administration of the Reciprocal Trade-agreements Program, and 10741, Establishing the Trade Policy Committee.

Press releases and speeches: October 1960

Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1049-010
This folder contains press releases concerning the 1960 presidential campaign, Africa, agriculture, civil rights, economic growth, education, foreign policy, the minimum wage, organized crime, Poland, social security, urban renewal, and youth. Also included in this folder is Senator John F. Kennedy’s tour schedule for Illinois, Minnesota, and Missouri.

National Security Action Memoranda [NSAM]: NSAM 8, re: Battle Act and State of Union Commitment; Negotiations with Poland

Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-328-009
This folder contains a memorandum to Secretary of State Dean Rusk in reference to National Security Action Memoranda number eight (NSAM 8) discussing a commitment to changing the Battle Act (legislation concerning foreign aid and export controls, also known as the Mutual Defense Assistance Control Act of 1951) as mentioned in President John F. Kennedy’s State of the Union speech, and negotiations with Poland over the sale of surplus food.

National Security Action Memoranda [NSAM]: NSAM 13, re: Exchange of Persons Behind the Iron Curtain

Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-328-014
This folder contains reports and a memorandum to Secretary of State Dean Rusk in reference to National Security Action Memoranda number 13 (NSAM 13) discussing exchange of persons programs with countries behind the Iron Curtain, particularly Poland and the Soviet Union, in scientific, technical, educational, and cultural fields.

National Security Action Memoranda [NSAM]: NSAM 74, Selection of Polish Exchange Students

Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-331-004
This folder contains a copy of National Security Action Memoranda number 74 (NSAM 74) titled, “Selection of Polish Exchange Students,” to Assistant Secretary of State for Education and Cultural Affairs Philip H. Coombs from President John F. Kennedy. Also included in this folder are memoranda from Secretary of State Dean Rusk to President Kennedy titled, “Polish Duties on Relief Parcels.”

Mr. Khrushchev and the Captive Nations

Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0916-002
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks titled, "Mr. Khrushchev and the Captive Nations." In this undated speech, the Senator discusses the Soviet Union's influence in Poland and other satellite states in Eastern Europe, and suggests ways that the United States can promote freedom behind the Iron Curtain. The copy bears notations by Senator Kennedy.

October 1959

Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1025-003
This folder contains speeches by Senator John F. Kennedy, including drafts with handwritten annotations, reading copies, and press releases. Topics include organized labor and labor reform legislation; Israel; Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev; civil rights; agricultural issues; and the housing industry.

Remarks at Pulaski Day Parade, Buffalo, New York, 14 October 1962

Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-041-007
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks at the Pulaski Day Parade in Buffalo, New York. In his speech the President discusses the contemporary relevance of General Kazimierz Pulaski's efforts in the American Revolution, noting Poland's role in the Cold War. He describes the Soviet Union's domination as temporary, but notes that in order to prevent the spread of communism, the United States must enact policies of economic flexibility and strengthen the links that connect Poland to Western nations. Materials in this folder include a press and reading copy of the speech, in addition to a copy of President Kennedy's 1961 General Pulaski's Memorial Day proclamation.

Remarks at Paderewski memorial dedication, 9 May 1963

Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-044-013
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks at the dedication ceremony for a memorial marker at Arlington National Cemetery identifying the resting place of Ignace Jan Paderewski, pianist, composer, and Prime Minister of Poland. In his speech the President discusses Paderewski's contributions to Poland and the United States. Materials in this folder include a draft and press copies of the speech.

Miscellaneous releases, 24 April 1953-27 February 1956

Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0921-013
This file contains miscellaneous press releases and other documents collected by Senator John F. Kennedy's office. The items were issued by other congressmen, committees, and organizations. Of note are lists of pending bills and administrative decisions of special interest to New England; meeting agendas for the New England Senators Conference; and a report by Senator Kennedy on his visit to Communist Poland.

Foreign affairs: Poland

Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1030-019
This folder contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at the Pulaski Day Dinner in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses United States policy towards Poland, communism in Poland, and influence of the Soviet Union in Eastern Europe. Senator Kennedy also remarks on an amendment to the Battle Act that would create economic tools to promote change behind the Iron Curtain.