Key Facts
- Term
- 1961--1963
- Party
- Democratic
- Vice President
- Lyndon B. Johnson
- First Lady
- Jacqueline Kennedy
- Home State
- Massachusetts
- Born
- 1917
- Died
- 1963
Biography
Kennedy won the 1960 election in one of the closest races in history, becoming the youngest elected president and the first Catholic.
Key Events & Accomplishments
- Navigated the Cuban Missile Crisis (October 1962)
- Established the Peace Corps (1961)
- Committed the U.S. to landing on the moon
- Assassinated in Dallas (November 22, 1963)
Election Results
| Year | Opponent | Electoral Vote | Popular Vote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | Richard Nixon | 303-219 | +0.2% |
Notable Quotes
“Ask not what your country can do for you — ask what you can do for your country.”
Did You Know?
- Kennedy won the Pulitzer Prize for his book "Profiles in Courage."