John F. Kennedy handwritten draft of the Inaugural Address, 17 January 1961

This item is a handwritten draft by John F. Kennedy of his inaugural address given in Washington D.C. 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."

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