John F. Kennedy
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
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Honours
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Rankings
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Covers
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Records
John F. Kennedy's legacy is marked by a Pulitzer Prize, the highest civilian honor, and a military medal for valor. His Pulitzer-winning book 'Profiles in Courage' remains a classic study of political integrity. He was the first and only president to have won a Pulitzer. His posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom recognized his contributions to world peace and civil rights. Kennedy also holds the distinction of being the youngest elected president and the first Catholic to hold the office, achievements that continue to inspire.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Presidential Medal of Freedom
Awarded posthumously by President Lyndon B. Johnson for his contributions to peace and civil rights.
Navy and Marine Corps Medal
Awarded for heroism in rescuing crew members after PT-109 was sunk.
Rankings & Lists
Greatest US Presidents
Most Influential Americans of All Time
Magazine Covers
Time
1960-01-25
The Democratic Candidate
Life
1963-11-29
A Nation Mourns
Records & Feats
Youngest elected US president
Elected at age 43, Kennedy is the youngest person to be elected president (Theodore Roosevelt was younger but succeeded after an assassination).
First Catholic US president
Kennedy was the first and only Roman Catholic to hold the office of president.