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The Kennedy Half Century
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 9 hours
  • Course by University of Virginia
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When John F. Kennedy entered the presidential limousine at Love Field in Dallas, Texas on November 22, 1963, he began his ride into history. That journey continues even today and we call it the Kennedy legacy. This course will explore the Presidency, assassination, and lasting legacy of President John F. Kennedy. Students will learn how JFK’s life, administration, and tragic death have influenced the general public, the media, and each of the nine U.S. presidents who followed. Understanding the Kennedy legacy and being able to identify elements of his legacy within the context of modern politics helps understand many of the vexing problems that developed over the last half century as well as many of the challenges that confront us today. November 22, 1963 was so powerful a moment that in the fifty years since the assassination, every U.S. President that followed JFK has used Kennedy’s words and actions in an effort to craft their own political image. Why does Kennedy’s influence persist, and will it continue? What are the effects? We’ll address these questions and more as we explore The Kennedy Half Century. Follow on Twitter: @JFKclass.

Modules

Introduction

    • 2 Videos
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  • Introduction
  • JFK: Rise to Power

Legislative Career, the National Stage, and Presidential Campaign

    • 3 Videos
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3 Videos

  • Kennedy's Legislative Career
  • JFK Takes to the National Stage
  • Campaign for the Presidency

Religion and Politics and the 1960 Debate

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  • Religion and Politics
  • The 1960 Debates

Heading to Election Day and the 1960 Election

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  • Heading to Election Day
  • The 1960 Election

Inauguration, Civil Rights, and the Space Program

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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  • Kennedy's Inauguration: The Torch is Passed
  • Civil Rights
  • The Space Program

1 Readings

  • Resources

The Bay of Pigs and Berlin Crisis

    • 2 Videos
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  • Containing Communism: The Bay of Pigs Disaster
  • The Berlin Crisis

The Cuban Missile Crisis

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2 Videos

  • The Cuban Missile Crisis Part 1
  • The Cuban Missile Crisis Part 2

The Assassination

    • 3 Videos
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3 Videos

  • The Assassination
  • The Assassination: Parkland Hospital, a New President, & a National Funeral
  • The 50th Anniversary Ceremony in Dallas

Oswald

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  • Oswald

The Assassination and Warren Commission

    • 6 Videos
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  • The Assassination: Ballistic Evidence
  • The Assassination: Physical Evidence
  • The Warren Commission
  • The Mysterious Motorcycle
  • The Dictabelt
  • New Information Since the 50th

Conspiracy Theories

    • 2 Videos
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  • Conspiracy Theories I
  • Conspiracy Theories II

President Lyndon Johnson

    • 3 Videos
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3 Videos

  • President Lyndon Johnson I
  • President Lyndon Johnson II
  • President Lyndon Johnson III

Presidents Nixon and Ford

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • President Richard Nixon
  • President Gerald Ford

President Jimmy Carter

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • President Jimmy Carter, Part One
  • President Jimmy Carter, Part Two

President Ronald Reagan

    • 3 Videos
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3 Videos

  • President Ronald Reagan I
  • President Ronald Reagan II
  • President Ronald Reagan III

Presidents H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • President George H.W. Bush
  • President Bill Clinton

Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama

    • 2 Videos
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  • President George W. Bush
  • President Barack Obama

Conclusion

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  • Conclusion: A Flame Eternal?
  • Who Was the Real JFK

Final Exam

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  • Final

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Discover the enduring impact of one of America's most iconic leaders with "The Kennedy Half Century," an insightful course offered by Coursera. Delve into the life, presidency, assassination, and lasting legacy of President John F. Kennedy, and understand how his influence continues to shape modern politics and public perception. Led by an expert in the field, this foundational course spans 540 minutes of engaging content, meticulously examining JFK's administration and the profound effects of his tragic death on subsequent U.S. presidents and the media. Explore why Kennedy's legacy remains a powerful force in American political culture and how his words and actions are still referenced by contemporary leaders. Ideal for learners seeking to grasp the complexities of historical and modern political challenges, this course offers flexible subscription options, including Starter and Professional plans, to cater to your learning needs. Join us in unraveling the Kennedy legacy and gain a deeper understanding of its ongoing relevance. Follow the conversation and stay updated with course insights on Twitter @JFKclass.

Professor Larry J. Sabato
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Professor Larry J. Sabato