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Where was john F kennedy born. what did he do before politics how did he get into politics. and info about his personal life
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John F. Kennedy was born on May 29, 1917, in Brookline, Massachusetts, a suburb of Boston.
### Early Life and Education
Before entering politics, Kennedy had a varied career path. After graduating from Harvard University in 1940, he joined the U.S. Naval Reserve during World War II. He served in the Pacific theater as the commander of the PT boat PT-109, where he became a war hero following an incident where his boat was sunk by a Japanese destroyer. Kennedy’s leadership and bravery in rescuing his crew earned him the Navy and Marine Corps Medal and the Purple Heart.
### Entry into Politics
After the war, Kennedy worked briefly as a journalist and then turned to politics. His father, Joseph P. Kennedy Sr., was a prominent businessman and politician who had aspirations for his sons to pursue public office. In 1946, with the support of his family and his connections, Kennedy ran for the U.S. House of Representatives from Massachusetts’s 11th congressional district and won. He served in the House until 1953, when he was elected to the U.S. Senate, a position he held until he became President in 1961.
### Personal Life
John F. Kennedy married Jacqueline Bouvier on September 12, 1953. Together, they had four children: Caroline, John Jr., and Patrick (who died shortly after birth), and Robert. Kennedy was known for his charm and charisma, often captivating audiences with his speeches. The Kennedy family became symbolic of American elite culture during the 1960s, with Jacqueline often referred to as "Jackie," and they became one of the most famous political families in U.S. history.
Kennedy's presidency was marked by significant events such as the Cuban Missile Crisis, the establishment of the Peace Corps, and the beginning of the U.S. involvement in Vietnam. Unfortunately, his time in office was cut short when he was assassinated on November 22, 1963, in Dallas, Texas. His legacy continues to influence American politics and culture.
### Early Life and Education
Before entering politics, Kennedy had a varied career path. After graduating from Harvard University in 1940, he joined the U.S. Naval Reserve during World War II. He served in the Pacific theater as the commander of the PT boat PT-109, where he became a war hero following an incident where his boat was sunk by a Japanese destroyer. Kennedy’s leadership and bravery in rescuing his crew earned him the Navy and Marine Corps Medal and the Purple Heart.
### Entry into Politics
After the war, Kennedy worked briefly as a journalist and then turned to politics. His father, Joseph P. Kennedy Sr., was a prominent businessman and politician who had aspirations for his sons to pursue public office. In 1946, with the support of his family and his connections, Kennedy ran for the U.S. House of Representatives from Massachusetts’s 11th congressional district and won. He served in the House until 1953, when he was elected to the U.S. Senate, a position he held until he became President in 1961.
### Personal Life
John F. Kennedy married Jacqueline Bouvier on September 12, 1953. Together, they had four children: Caroline, John Jr., and Patrick (who died shortly after birth), and Robert. Kennedy was known for his charm and charisma, often captivating audiences with his speeches. The Kennedy family became symbolic of American elite culture during the 1960s, with Jacqueline often referred to as "Jackie," and they became one of the most famous political families in U.S. history.
Kennedy's presidency was marked by significant events such as the Cuban Missile Crisis, the establishment of the Peace Corps, and the beginning of the U.S. involvement in Vietnam. Unfortunately, his time in office was cut short when he was assassinated on November 22, 1963, in Dallas, Texas. His legacy continues to influence American politics and culture.