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White House Films
JFKWHF-WHN11
Motion picture of a special performance by members of the Black Watch Band, a Scottish regiment on tour in the United States. President John F. Kennedy and Major Wingate Gray, leader of the Black Watch, make remarks. A number of area school children were invited to the South Lawn of the White House, Washington, D.C., to witness the performance. First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy, Caroline Kennedy, John F. Kennedy, Jr., Joan Kennedy, and Patricia Kennedy Lawford also attend. Produced by: Naval Photographic Center, 1211-64.
Photographed by: Thomas M. Atkins, Robert L. Knudsen.
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United States Government Agencies Collection
USG-17
Motion picture of President John F. Kennedy's Inaugural Address in Washington, D.C. Supreme Court Chief Justice Earl Warren administers the oath of office to President Kennedy. Former President Dwight D. Eisenhower and former Vice President Richard M. Nixon congratulate President Kennedy. 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." Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson looks on.Source: National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) Record Group 274.6, Records of the Joint Inaugural Committee 1961.
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United States Government Agencies Collection
USG-03-O
Silent motion picture of President John F. Kennedy greeting Tunisian President Habib Bourguiba on his arrival at Washington National Airport, Washington, D.C. President Kennedy arrives with First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy and Aide Brig. General Chester V. Clifton. President and Mrs. Habib Bourguiba arrive and are greeted by President and Mrs. Kennedy, Secretary of State Dean Rusk, General George H. Decker, Chief of Staff of the United States Army, and other dignitaries. President Kennedy and President Bourguiba make remarks before departing. Additional scenes from the arrival are included. Materials in this series were created, commissioned, or collected by the United States Air Force.
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United States Government Agencies Collection
USG-03-N
Silent motion picture containing scenes of President John F. Kennedy greeting Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, President of Ghana, on his arrival at Washington International Airport, Washington, D.C. Secretary of State Dean Rusk also attends. Dr. Kwame and President Kennedy speak at microphones and leave together by car. Materials in this series were created, commissioned, or collected by the United States Air Force.
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United States Government Agencies Collection
USG-03-G
Motion picture of President John F. Kennedy visiting the U.S. Coast Guard Academy Training Barque Eagle, Washington, D.C. President Kennedy inspects the ship and makes brief remarks. See "Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States, John F. Kennedy, 1962: Item 330." Special Assistant to the President Dave Powers and Naval Aide to the President Capt. Tazewell T. Shepard accompanied him to Pier Two of the Navy Yard Annex. Admiral Roland, USCG Commandant, greeted the President.[MP5-63 Coast Guard Production number]
[WHOF A-6]
Presented by: United States Coast Guard.
Produced by: Motion Picture Branch, Public Information Division, United States Coast Guard, Washington, D.C.
Materials in this series were created, commissioned, or collected by the United States Air Force.
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White House Films
JFKWHF-WHN28-OUTS-r04
Silent motion picture outtakes from funeral services for President John F. Kennedy, including services in the Capitol Rotunda, the President's body arriving at Andrew's Air Force Base, a procession, grave-side services, President Lyndon B. Johnson declaring an official mourning period, and another procession.Produced by: Naval Photographic Center, 1211-70.
Photographed by: Thomas M. Atkins, Robert L. Knudsen.
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White House Films
JFKWHF-WHN28-OUTS-r02
Silent motion picture outtakes from funeral services for President John F. Kennedy, including footage of ceremonies and mourners in the Capitol Rotunda, the arrival and departure at Saint Matthews Roman Catholic Cathedral in Washington, D.C., various processions, crowd shots, and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy walking to Saint Matthew's.Produced by: Naval Photographic Center, 1211-70.
Photographed by: Thomas M. Atkins, Robert L. Knudsen.
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White House Films
JFKWHF-WHN16
Silent motion picture of President John F. Kennedy presenting papers proclaiming Sir Winston Churchill an honorary citizen of the United States. The papers are accepted in behalf of Sir Winston by his son Randolph Churchill during a ceremony held in the Rose Garden, White House, Washington, D.C. Sir Winston and Lady Churchill watched the proceedings by Telstar.Produced by: Naval Photographic Center, 1211-27.
Photographed by: Thomas M. Atkins, Robert L. Knudsen.
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White House Films
JFKWHF-WHN15
Motion picture of President John F. Kennedy presenting the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA) Distinguished Service Medal to Major L. Gordon Cooper after his historic space flight. NASA Administrator James E. Webb and Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson make presentations to individuals who contributed to the space flight. Ceremonies were held in the Rose Garden, White House, Washington, D.C.Produced by: Naval Photographic Center, 1211-32.
Photographed by: Thomas M. Atkins, Robert L. Knudsen.
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White House Films
JFKWHF-WHN14
Motion picture of the arrival at Union Station, Washington, D.C., of His Majesty Hassan II, King of Morocco, followed by remarks delivered by President John F. Kennedy and King Hassan. First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy and Secretary of State Dean Rusk attend the greeting. Also included is a parade of welcome down Pennsylvania Avenue.Produced by: Naval Photographic Center, 1211-19.
Photographed by: Thomas M. Atkins, Robert L. Knudsen.
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White House Films
JFKWHF-WHN23
Motion picture of the arrival of Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere, President of the Republic of Tanganyika, at the White House, Washington, D.C., including President John F. Kennedy's formal remarks of welcome and President Nyerere's response. Secretary of State Dean Rusk is also present.Produced by: Naval Photographic Center, 1211-41.
Photographed by: Thomas M. Atkins, Robert L. Knudsen.
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White House Films
JFKWHF-WHN28-OUTS-r01
Silent motion picture outtakes from funeral services for President John F. Kennedy, including services in the Capitol Rotunda, Mass, and a procession. Produced by: Naval Photographic Center, 1211-70.
Photographed by: Thomas M. Atkins, Robert L. Knudsen.
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White House Films
JFKWHF-WHN28-BRoll
Silent B-roll footage from a motion picture that covers funeral services for President John F. Kennedy and that includes footage of Kennedy family members and processions to the Capitol Rotunda, the White House, Saint Matthews Roman Catholic Cathedral in Washington, D.C., and Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia. Produced by: Naval Photographic Center, 1211-70.
Photographed by: Thomas M. Atkins, Robert L. Knudsen.
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White House Films
JFKWHF-WHN28
Motion picture covering funeral services for President John F. Kennedy, including footage of Kennedy family members and processions to the Capitol Rotunda, the White House, Saint Matthews Roman Catholic Cathedral in Washington, D.C., and Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia. Produced by: Naval Photographic Center, 1211-70.
Photographed by: Thomas M. Atkins, Robert L. Knudsen.
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White House Films
JFKWHF-WHN28-ARoll
Silent A-roll footage from a motion picture that covers funeral services for President John F. Kennedy and that includes footage of Kennedy family members and processions to the Capitol Rotunda, the White House, Saint Matthews Roman Catholic Cathedral in Washington, D.C., and Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia. Produced by: Naval Photographic Center, 1211-70.
Photographed by: Thomas M. Atkins, Robert L. Knudsen.
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White House Films
JFKWHF-WHS29
Silent motion picture of a jazz concert performed in the White House, Washington, D.C., and a luncheon that follows. First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy and Luci Baines Johnson attend. Photographed by: Cecil W. Stoughton.
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White House Films
JFKWHF-WHS26
Silent motion picture covering the official state visit of President Mohamed Ahmed Ben Bella of Algeria to the United States. President John F. Kennedy greets President Ben Bella on the White House Lawn. Also present are Secretary of State Dean Rusk, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy, and John F. Kennedy Jr.Photography by: Cecil W. Stoughton.
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White House Films
JFKWHF-WHS24
Silent motion picture of the arrival of Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany Konrad Adenauer at the White House, Washington, D.C., and his greeting by President John F. Kennedy, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy, and Secretary of State Dean Rusk. Following is a brief review of the Honor Guard assembled on the South Lawn before the the Chancellor is led into the executive mansion. Photographed by: Cecil Stoughton.
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White House Films
JFKWHF-WHS23
Silent motion picture containing shots of the various rooms of the White House, Washington, D.C. Apart from one shot of a man vacuuming, there are no shots of people. The picture tends to be somewhat dark in places.Photography by: Cecil W. Stoughton.
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-PBE-03
Edelman discusses Robert F. Kennedy’s (RFK) 1968 Washington D.C. presidential campaign, RFK’s farm program, and RFK’s California 1968 presidential debate debacle with Eugene J. McCarthy, among other issues.
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-PBE-02
Edelman discusses Theodore H. White’s 1968 book The Making of the President, developing Robert F. Kennedy’s 1968 presidential campaign speeches, and Lyndon B. Johnson’s withdrawal from the 1968 presidential race, among other issues.
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-JTC-02
In this interview Conway discusses working with John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] 1960 presidential campaign; the negative reaction to the choice of Lyndon B. Johnson for JFK’s running mate; labor leadership and JFK’s campaign; unions and the religious issue during the 1960 election; discussing presidential appointments with JFK after the election; Conway’s role in JFK’s Administration; the Housing and Home Finance Agency, legislation, and working with Congress; accelerated public works, the Department of Commerce, and problems with the extent of presidential powers; Walter Reuther and his relationship with JFK; confrontations between Johnson and Robert F. Kennedy [RFK]; working with RFK on civil rights marches and their legislative demands; and interactions with RFK from 1964 through 1968, among other issues.
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-JTC-01
In this interview Conway discusses the 1956 Democratic National Convention; early interactions with John F. Kennedy [JFK] and Robert F. Kennedy [RFK]; the McClellan Committee and various hearings; Walter Reuther; RFK’s relationship with Senator John L. McClellan; major events for the United Automobile Workers [UAW] and political factors and decisions; the 1960 Democratic National Convention; the issue of UAW endorsement of a single Democratic presidential candidate in 1960; Lyndon B. Johnson and the UAW; the 1960 presidential primaries and general election; and the attempt to influence JFK’s choice for a running mate in 1960, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-KTY-03
In this interview Young discusses the creation of the Dean Rusk-Thanat Khoman Agreement in March 1962; drafting the Internal Security Program for Thailand and urging Thai officials to create their own; Robert F. Kennedy’s visit to Bangkok in 1962 and his support on Thai issues; Thailand’s road building program; the different approach to Asia by select assistant secretaries of State; and working with the country team for Thailand, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-TGW-01
In this interview Wicker discusses early impressions of John F. Kennedy [JFK], 1952–1961; Lyndon B. Johnson campaigning for JFK in the South, 1960; Richard M. Nixon and Henry Cabot Lodge’s 1960 presidential campaign; JFK and Johnson in the August 1960 special session of Congress; Wicker’s first interview with President JFK for the New York Times, 1961; building a rapport with JFK’s staff; various Times articles, by Wicker and others, about the Kennedy Administration and White House reactions to them; Wicker’s arguments with Pierre E.G. Salinger over certain articles; year-end briefings in Palm Beach; and President JFK’s press conferences, among other issues.