1960 Presidental Election & John F. Kennedy's Inauguration

The 1960s saw a dawning of a new age with the election of John F. Kennedy.  In a tightly contested election JFK narrowly defeated Richard M. Nixon.  Check out these television campaign commercials. First up is one from the republican nominee Richard Nixon.

Now check out one of Kennedy's television ads:

The 1960 election saw television become a big deal. Check out the first televised debate between Nixon and Kennedy.  It's interesting to note that people who watched the debate on television felt that Kennedy won the debate; however, those who listened on the radio gave the win to Nixon.

Check out the newsreel announcing the election results.

Congratulations your invitation to the newly elected president's inauguration arrived today.  Bundle up it was a cold day in Washington D.C. on January 20, 1961

Finally, check out this video clip that gives a bit of insight into the legacy of the 35th President of the United States.