For many, John F. Kennedy was more than a president. He was a personality and star in his own right. He brought a lot of interesting things to the table in his short presidency term before he was assassinated. Here are 6 interesting facts about John F Kennedy.
He Was Dealt With Many Illnesses as a Child
Even though he had a smooth public appearance, his private life with his illnesses took a toll on him. As a youngster, he suffered from measles, smallpox, and even whooping cough. Into his adult, he saw different medical specialists to help him out.
He Was in the United States Navy
A Japanese destroyer vessel sank the ship he was on in 1943. Even though he was badly injured, he still had the strength to save a burned sailor. He received the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps Medal for this good deed.
He Co-Wrote a Pulitzer Prize-Winning Book
In 1956, he wrote “Profiles in Courage” with his assistant Theodore Sorensen. The book focused on history and significant facts about eight American political leaders.
He Was the First Person to Dance With African-American Women at An Inaugural Ball
He focused on equality throughout his presidency.
He Loved a Good Cigar
It was pretty common for him to smoke Upmanns or Monticellos (his favorites). He would go through at least 4 of them a day. In fact, he ordered 1,200 Cuban cigars before he signed the Trade Embargo, which would make them illegal.
He Gave His Presidential Salary to Charity
He didn’t need the money. He was actually the richest president of the time due to inheriting the wealth from his father, Joe Kennedy. His family’s net worth reached nearly $1 billion.
