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Original period White House press release issued on November 22, 1963, containing President John F. Kennedy’s remarks delivered before a Citizen’s Rally in front of the Texas Hotel in Fort Worth, Texas, on the morning of the day of his assassination. Measuring 8.5 x 14”, the mimeographed release was distributed by the Office of the White House Press Secretary and bears the heading “For Immediate Release - November 22, 1963.” The text preserves Kennedy’s remarks delivered just hours before he traveled to Dallas, where he would be assassinated later that afternoon.

Near fine condition.

Among the final public statements of Kennedy’s presidency, the speech reflects his optimism regarding American economic growth, national defense, and the nation’s expanding role in the space race. Speaking before an enthusiastic Texas crowd, Kennedy praised Fort Worth’s contributions to aviation and defense, discussed American military preparedness and space exploration, and concluded with the memorable declaration, “We are going forward.” Original White House press releases issued on November 22, 1963 are highly sought-after historical artifacts, representing documents distributed on one of the most consequential days in American history. A powerful and increasingly scarce piece directly connected to President Kennedy’s final day.

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Reference sku: 11665 1416299-1