Collection The Kennedy Rose Garden
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The Kennedys outside National Theatre
The Kennedys outside National Theatre
An estimated two thousand spectators waited outside the National Theatre to catch a glimpse of President and Mrs. Kennedy following the premier performance of Mr. President.
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