Mankind must put an end to war--or war will put an end to mankind.

John F. Kennedy

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John F. Kennedy

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Political speech

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English

Time

1961 1960s 20th century

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American President National leader Politician

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United States

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Kennedy, John F. Address to the United Nations. United Nations General Assembly meeting. 25 Sept. 1961, New York City, NY, USA.

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