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President Kennedy addresses the United Nations General Assembly

On September 26, Kennedy spoke to the United Nations General Assembly in New York, calling for international cooperation on arms control and emphasizing the need for measures to curb nuclear testing and proliferation.

President Kennedy addresses the United Nations General Assembly

The address reinforced U.S. diplomatic momentum behind the Partial Nuclear Test Ban Treaty and showcased American leadership on Cold War disarmament at a high-profile international forum.

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