JFK library opens 1st online presidential archive

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JFK library opens 1st online presidential archive

By BRETT ZONGKER, Associated Press Brett Zongker, Associated Press – Thu Jan 13, 5:32 pm ET
WASHINGTON – Caroline Kennedy unveiled the nation's first online presidential archive Thursday, a $10 million project to digitize the most important papers, photographs and recordings of President John F. Kennedy's days in office.

Users can sort through the drafts of Kennedy's "Ask not what your country can do for you," speech and see how he tinkered with the words of that most famous line from his inauguration. Or they can listen to his personal phone calls and read his letters.

In advance of the 50th anniversary of Kennedy's inauguration Jan. 20, Caroline Kennedy visited the National Archives, saying it reminded her the nation was built on words and ideas — and that her father's call to service was more relevant than ever.

"His time is becoming part of history, not living memory, and we need to reach across the generations in new ways," Caroline Kennedy said, noting many young people are disillusioned with politics. "He inspired a generation who inspired their children. They transformed America, and that's why 50 years later, his legacy still resonates."

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20110113/ap_on_re_us/us_kennedy_digital_archives



On line -- JFK Library
http://www.jfklibrary.org/