Original Press Photograph of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, President of the United States of America, Addressing a Joint Sitting of Dáil Éireann and Seanad Éireann on Friday, 28th June, 1963.  Stamped on rear. In fine condition. [Dimensions: 24.5 x 19.5cm].

With a booklet containing Kennedy’s speeches during his visit (26-29 June, 1963)

Kennedy’s address in Leinster House was an historic event of firsts and witnessed by many. It was the first time the Dáil and Seanad sat in a formal joint sitting. It was the first time a foreign dignitary – indeed, an American president – addressed both Houses of the Parliament; and It was the first time television cameras recorded events in the Dáil Chamber.