Timeline of the John F. Kennedy presidency (1962)

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The following is a timeline of the presidency of John F. Kennedy from January 1, 1962, to December 31, 1962.

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January

February

February 20: John Glenn, aboard the Friendship 7 space capsule, becomes the first American to orbit the Earth. Launch of Friendship 7 - GPN-2000-000686.jpg
February 20: John Glenn, aboard the Friendship 7 space capsule, becomes the first American to orbit the Earth.

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

September 12: President Kennedy visits Rice University to deliver a speech on the nation's space program. JFK at Rice University.jpg
September 12: President Kennedy visits Rice University to deliver a speech on the nation's space program.

October

November

December

December 12: President and Mrs. Kennedy standing next to the White House Christmas tree, located in the Entrance Hall. 1962 Entrance Hall (Official White House) Christmas tree - Jack and Jacqueline Kennedy.jpg
December 12: President and Mrs. Kennedy standing next to the White House Christmas tree, located in the Entrance Hall.

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