![]() His audience reached far beyond those gathered before him to people around the world. Kennedy, having removed his topcoat and projecting both youth and vigor, delivered what has become a landmark inaugural address. Against a backdrop of deep snow and sunshine, more than twenty thousand people huddled in 20-degree temperatures on the east front of the Capitol to witness the event. Kennedy took the oath of office to become the nation’s 35th president. On January 20, 1961, a clerk of the US Supreme Court held the large Fitzgerald family Bible as John F. There is a link to President Kennedy’s inaugural address on this page. Students should be familiar with the concept of the inauguration of a president (see Additional Resources). ![]() propose an idea for civic action in their own school or community.explain the quote, “Ask not what your country can do for you-ask what you can do for your country.”.analyze and interpret a primary source to gather information about President Kennedy’s inaugural address.In this lesson, students learn about a theme in President Kennedy’s inaugural address, civic action, and consider how it applies to their own lives.Įssential Question: How does a leader inspire a nation or a group of people? His historic words, “Ask not what your country can do for you – ask what you can do for your country,” challenged every American to contribute in some way to the public good. ![]() Kennedy’s inaugural address inspired children and adults to see the importance of civic action and public service. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museumĭownload this lesson plan, including handouts, as a pdf. ![]()
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