John Fitzgerald Kennedy was born in Brookline, Massachusetts, to Joseph P. Kennedy and Rose Kennedy. He was the second of nine children in a family deeply involved in politics and public service.

Kennedy graduated from Harvard University, a significant step in his educational journey that prepared him for his future in politics.

During World War II, Kennedy joined the U.S. Navy, where he earned a medal for heroism, demonstrating his bravery and commitment to serving his country.

Kennedy was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, marking the beginning of his political career in Congress.

Kennedy was elected to the U.S. Senate, where he fought for labor reform and civil rights, further establishing his political reputation.

Kennedy published 'Profiles in Courage', a book about great U.S. leaders, which won him a Pulitzer Prize and showcased his literary and historical interests.

Kennedy ran for president and defeated his Republican opponent, Richard M. Nixon, becoming the 35th President of the United States.

Kennedy was inaugurated as President, delivering his famous speech in which he said, 'Ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country.'

Kennedy supported rebels who wanted to overthrow the Communist government of Cuba, but the invasion at the Bay of Pigs failed, marking a significant setback in his foreign policy.

Kennedy faced a critical crisis when the Soviet Union was discovered building nuclear missile bases in Cuba. After a tense standoff, the Soviets agreed to remove the weapons, averting a potential nuclear war.

Kennedy was assassinated while riding in a motorcade in Dallas, Texas. His death shocked the nation and the world, leading to Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson being sworn in as the new President.