Irish-Americans saw JFK election as landmark
For many Irish-Americans, John F. Kennedy’s election in 1960 was the defining moment in their history.
“The election of Kennedy was a deeply satisfying accomplishment in which every Irishman could take vicarious pleasure,” wrote historian William V. Shannon.
“It removed any lingering sense of social inferiority and insecurity.”
But the Irish put their mark on Washington from the very beginning.
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“The election of Kennedy was a deeply satisfying accomplishment in which every Irishman could take vicarious pleasure,” wrote historian William V. Shannon.
“It removed any lingering sense of social inferiority and insecurity.”
But the Irish put their mark on Washington from the very beginning.