Life & Vision
Robert F. Kennedy was a man of passionate conviction, carrying a message of change, and for the forlorn and dispossessed of America, a message of hope. -Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr.
Biography
Robert Francis Kennedy was born on November 20, 1925, in Brookline, Massachusetts, the seventh child in the closely knit and competitive family of Rose and Joseph P. Kennedy. "I was the seventh of nine children," he later recalled, "and when you come from that far down you have to struggle to survive." Click here for more of RFK's Biography
In the Words of Others
Robert F. Kennedy was a courageous man who inspired millions. His inspiration can be seen in the words of the authors that have chronicled his life. The Robert F. Kennedy Memorial approached a number of Robert F. Kennedy authors and historians in order produce a brief glimpse into the great man's life. Click here to view In the Words of Others
Speeches
An enthusiastic and inspirational speaker, Robert F. Kennedy touched the lives of his listeners. The following is a selection of his most famous speeches that continue to move audiences throughout the world. Click here to view RFK's most famous speeches
Selected Quotes
Read some of Robert F. Kennedy's most thought provoking quotations from throughout his career. Click here to view the Selected Quotes
Recommended Reading
The Memorial has create a reading list for those who would like to develop a greater understanding of Robert F. Kennedy and his movement. The Robert F. Kennedy Memorial is a member of Amazon.com's Associates Program. Purchase any of the Recommended Reading books from Amazon.com by clicking on the links below and the RFK Memorial will receive 5 - 15% of each sale, enhancing our efforts to help the people Robert Kennedy cared about. Click here to view the Recommended Reading List
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