USG:1-R President Kennedy's Christmas Message to Berlin
Accession Number: USG:1-R On 11 December 1961, President Kennedy recorded a Christmas message to the people of Berlin: "On this anniversary of the birth of the Prince of Peace, my fellow Americans and I extend our warmest greetings to you, the people of Berlin." He stated that Peace on Earth and Good Will To Men was more of a goal than a reality, and discussed how difficult it is for families and friends to be separated (by the Berlin Wall) especially at this time of year. This film was recorded by the US Government and is in the public domain.
Accession Number: USG:1-R On 11 December 1961, President Kennedy recorded a Christmas message to the people of Berlin: "On this anniversary of the birth of the Prince of Peace, my fellow Americans and I extend our warmest greetings to you, the people of Berlin." He stated that Peace on Earth and Good Will To Men was more of a goal than a reality, and discussed how difficult it is for families and friends to be separated (by the Berlin Wall) especially at this time of year. This film was recorded by the US Government and is in the public domain.