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Graduation from Harvard
John F. Kennedy graduates from Harvard with a degree in International Affairs. Later a critique of Britain's preparedness for World War II, will serve as the foundation for his first book, Why England Slept. -
Navy Enlistment
JFK enlists in the Navy, due to his older brother Joe Jr training to be a pilot. -
Death of Brother Joe, Jr.
Joseph Kennedy, Jr., Jack's older brother, is killed while fighting in Europe. Jack is now "next in line" for political leadership. -
Election to Congress
With the help of his father's campaign financing and for being well known, Jack is elected to the United States House of Representatives from Massachusetts' 11th District. -
Death of Sister Kathleen
Kennedy's sister, is killed in a plane crash. Her tragic death inspires Jack to pursue politics with greater dedication. -
Kennedy-Nixon TV Debate
John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon participate in the first-ever televised presidential debate. The debate presents Jack as a trustful and talented person, this results in more votes for him. -
Kennedy Defeats Nixon in 1960 Election
John F. Kennedy is elected the 35th President of the United States, defeating Richard Nixon, by 118,000 votes nationwide. -
Civil Rights
In a televised address to the nation, Kennedy speaks about his thoughts of civil rights legislation, thus, marking his first decisive action on civil rights. -
JFK Assassination
Lee Harvey Oswald shoots and kills John F. Kennedy in Dallas, where the president is on his way to go campaigning for re-elections.
