Abstract
John Fitzgerald Kennedy (1917-1963), often referred to by his initials JFK, was the 35th President of the United States, serving from 1961 until his assassination in 1963. The youngest ever elected to the presidency and the first of the Roman Catholic faith, John F. Kennedy won the election of November 1960 by a razor-thin margin, but after taking the charge of office he received the support of most Americans. They admired his winning personality, his lively family, his intelligence, and his tireless energy. During times of political stress, John F Kennedy displayed courage by using his intuition and not personal beliefs to secure the goodwill of the country. It was this strong characteristic of John F Kennedy that made him a respected and honoured legend in the history of America.
