John F. Kennedy was the 35th president of the United States! People called him “JFK” for short. He was the youngest person ever elected president, and he inspired Americans to dream big. He is famous for helping start the space program that sent astronauts to the moon!
JFK became president in 1961 and told Americans they could do great things! He said that the country should send a person to the moon, and that dream came true. He created the Peace Corps, which sends helpers to countries all around the world. He also worked hard to make sure all people were treated fairly and equally!
- JFK loved the ocean and was a great swimmer!
- He had a famous dog named Pushinka that was a gift from the leader of Russia.
- He was the first president to have his press conferences shown on live television.
- JFK’s famous words were “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country!”
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