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(g) History: The USA, 1954–75: conflict at home and abroad. > CRM- John F Kennedy > Flashcards

CRM- John F Kennedy Flashcards

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How long was President Kennedy’s presidency and from what years did he reign?​

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3 years from 1961-1963.​

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What did President Kennedy do to increase the role of black individuals in politics?​

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Appointed black people in high level jobs.​

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Which law change did Kennedy opt for? And why was it not passed?​

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1964 Civil Rights Bill however it was not passed (into an Act) because he was assassinated.​

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How did Kennedy help in the James Meredith case and the freedom riders? And in what years?​

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He intervened by sending federal troops to the university of Mississippi in 1962

made sure that the freedom riders of 1961 were escorted safely.​

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(g) History: The USA, 1954–75: conflict at home and abroad. (6 decks)

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