John F. Kennedy Presidential campaign materials, 1959-1960.

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John F. Kennedy Presidential campaign materials, 1959-1960.

Book of strategy, scripts, storyboards, memos, notes, six-minute film strip featuring Mrs. Kennedy, and 15 five-minute television commercials.

2 linear ft.

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