Kennedy, Joseph P (1888-1969) Businessman, investor, U.S. minister to Great Britain, best known as father of President John F. Kennedy, and Senators Robert and Ted Kennedy.
Senator John F. Kennedy's membership card in the Veterans of Foreign Wars signed by Joseph Kennedy, as Post Quartermaster, 2¼ x 4", Feb. 1960. JFK is Member No. 1 and the card certifies that his dues are paid through Dec. 31, 1960. The post was named for JFK's brother, Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr., who was shot down during a bombing mission over the English Channel in 1944. After Joseph Jr.'s death, Joseph Sr. would pin the family's political aspirations on John, who had intended to be a journalist; instead, he went into politics. An excellent association between JFK, his older brother, and his father.
Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500.
Ex Robert White Collection.
U.S. Statesmen
