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Birth of JFK
John Fitzgerald Kennedy was born in Brookline, Massachusetts on May 29, 1917. -
JFK Graduates*
Jack gradutes from Harvard University. -
Jack Joins the Navy*
JFK commanded a small ship, the PT 109. He was given two important medals for leadership and courage after fighting in World War II. -
Very sad news
Joseph Kennedy Jr, Jack's older borther was killed while on a dangerous mission in the Air Force. -
Election*
After his brother died Jack decided to go into politics. He is elected into the United States Congress. -
Senate
Jack is elected as Senator from Massachuetts and is re-elected in 1958. -
Happiest Day of His Life
Jack marries Jackie Bouvier. -
35th President
JFK wins the election to become the youngest President. -
Mission to put a Man on the Moon
JFK makes a speech and says he will put a man on the moon. On July 20, 1969 Neil Armstrong was the first man to walk on the moon. -
A Tragic Moment
Suddenly a loud noise comes through the crowd. JFK was shot twice in the head while riding through the streets in Dallas, Texas ending his life. The country was very sad because he was a great person and President.