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The President's Team: The 1963 Army-Navy Game and the Assassination of JFK |  | Author: Michael Connelly
Creators: Roger Staubach & Admiral Tom Lynch, Edward M. Kennedy
Publisher: MVP Books
Category: Book
List Price: $25.00
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Seller: betterworldbooks_
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Sales Rank: 279617
Media: Hardcover
Edition: First
Pages: 304
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.3
Dimensions (in): 9 x 6.2 x 1.2
ISBN: 0760337624
Dewey Decimal Number: 796.332
EAN: 9780760337622
ASIN: 0760337624
Publication Date: November 15, 2009
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Product Description
Exploring the close relationship between President Kennedy and the Navy football squad of the early 1960s, author Michael Connelly describes how the 1963 Army-Navy game---which was played on December 7 after an initial postponement---served as a welcome distraction for a nation in mourning while provding a opportunity to honor JFK's memory. Connelly ties together the historic Army-Navy rivalry with the changing political landscape of the 1960s, both at home and overseas. The President's Team delves into Kennedy's love of football and the special bond he established with many of the Navy players, including Heisman winner and former Hall of Famer Roger Staubach.
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In Their Honor June 7, 2010
William G. Straub (Silver Spring, MD)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a genuinely wonderful book about one of the greatest college football teams ever to take to the gridiron. It also is about the wonderful relationship that they all had with President John F. Kennedy. With Roger Staubach as their QB and a host of amazing Middies, this team won the hearts of all America, despite injuries and the tragic assassination of their greatest fan. It also tells what the members of the team are doing today. Wonderful read, even for the non football fan.
I remember watching their games on TV and loved all the players since I have connections with the NAVY and love to visit Annapolis.
 The President's Team April 20, 2010
E. C. Sobol (NJ, USA)
This book is not solely about football or a football team. It is a slice of life - a mirror into tragic times. It is a story of terrible loss and incredible bravery. Best of all, it is wonderfully and engagingly written with a touching forward by the late Senator Edward M. Kennedy. The author did an outstanding job of research and discovery to bring the President's team to life.
E.C. Sobol
Fascinating March 24, 2010
Thomas Chen
An inspirational book that captures the spirit and brotherhood of an incredible TEAM of very special men. I have read it many times and given copies to friends and family members.
Tom Chen
The President's Team March 10, 2010
Dennis Allis (new york)
Great book that ties in the history of the Naval Academy, football and the President at the time, John F. Kennedy.
Great memories February 7, 2010
Alexander J. Krekich
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Michael Connelly captures the heart and soul of Navy's 1963 football team. As a player on that team I found his research to be outstanding in every respect. I also learned some information on Kennedy's assassination that had not passed by me before. This is a great book for those whose memories return to football in the 1960's when the college level was still seen as separate from the professional side. It is a very good read. Alex Krekich
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