John Kennedy's Inaugural Address Analysis

Throughout American history, there have been many important speeches made. Most notable speeches are given by the most important man of that time, the president of the United States. Many other speeches tell what was happening during that time period, like scientific discoveries or huge events happening in our country. But many give great examples of America and what the country stands for. The best examples are: Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, Franklin Roosevelt’s speech on the attacks at Pearl Harbor, Dwight Eisenhower’s farewell address, John Kennedy’s inaugural address, and John Kennedy’s speech on the Cuban Missile Crisis. First, is Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. Lincoln was the president from 1861 to 1865 during the Civil …show more content…
John Kennedy served as president from 1961 to 1963. His presidency ended abruptly when he was assassinated on November 22, 1963. He gave his inaugural address on January 20, 1961, when he was elected the 35th president of the United States. In his speech, Kennedy explains what his beliefs are for the American nation. He talks about liberty, and how the United States will do anything to keep liberty alive in the country. Kennedy also talks about how America, when united, can achieve anything, but divided we can’t do much. His inaugural address is a good example of America because of Kennedy’s explanation of his pledge to other nations and people. He pledges to the allies of the U.S, that they will be loyal and faithful with one another. Another pledge of Kennedy’s is to help struggling countries because it is the right thing to do. These pledges that Kennedy states in his speech are a great representation of America because he is trying to keep peace with other countries and also help …show more content…
John Kennedy gave this speech on October 22, 1962, after the Soviet Union brought missiles and jet fighters into Cuba. The United States was in danger because these missiles had the range to strike any major city in the U.S. During this time, America was involved in the Cold War with the Soviet Union, and tensions between the two countries were high. In Kennedy’s speech, he addresses the problem, explains the supply line coming into Cuba, and explains the steps he is going to take. Some of the more important steps include: halting the supply line, increasing surveillance on Cuba, any missile fired will be considered an attack against America, and holding meetings to ask the Soviet Union to withdrawal from Cuba. Kennedy’s speech on the Cuban Missile Crisis is a good representation of America because he safely handled a crisis that could have ended in a nuclear war. Kennedy states that the overall goal is to keep peace and freedom around the world; which is big thing America stands