"It is insane that two men, sitting on opposite sides of the world, should be able to decide to bring an end to civilization." - John F. Kennedy, October 27, 1962
During the thirteen days of The Cuban Missile Crisis, the fate of humanity rested in the hands of world leaders, particularly President John F. Kennedy of the United States. Kennedy’s leadership during the Cuban Missile Crisis is defined not by a desire to uphold old-guard methods, but by his determination to learn from his mistakes and adapt, not by a blindness due to political power and military strength, but by his focus on preserving his principles and maintaining peace. Throughout his short presidency, Kennedy was an imperfect and often controversial leader; however, his skillful handling of The Crisis proved to be his finest hour, thus cementing his legacy and stabilizing a world teetering on the edge of nuclear obliteration.
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