Kent Barker Collection / The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

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January 2, 1960

JFK ENTERS THE PRESIDENTIAL RACE

Senator Kennedy announces his candidacy for President of the United States.

Listen to an excerpt from the oral history interview with Jacques Lowe, the Kennedys' personal photographer for many years, by clicking "Find out more."

Image: Kennedy's presidential campaign button features his face on a background of red, white and blue stripes.

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Venice Knight ◉

The Shadow of the Sword: Uncovering the Knights of Venice While today’s Venice is synonymous with gondolas and glass, its history is deeply intertwined with the steel and chivalry of medieval knighthood. Beyond the tourist-heavy squares, the "Venice Knight" remains a potent symbol of the city's maritime power and its complex relationship with the Crusades. The Order of Saint Mark

Also known as the Knights of Malta, they maintained a significant presence in the city. Historical paintings, such as those by Gentile Bellini , even depict solitary knights in the Piazza San Marco, often standing apart from local festivities. Artistic Legacy venice knight

Venice served as a primary hub for various crusading orders. The Shadow of the Sword: Uncovering the Knights

The Shadow of the Sword: Uncovering the Knights of Venice While today’s Venice is synonymous with gondolas and glass, its history is deeply intertwined with the steel and chivalry of medieval knighthood. Beyond the tourist-heavy squares, the "Venice Knight" remains a potent symbol of the city's maritime power and its complex relationship with the Crusades. The Order of Saint Mark

Also known as the Knights of Malta, they maintained a significant presence in the city. Historical paintings, such as those by Gentile Bellini , even depict solitary knights in the Piazza San Marco, often standing apart from local festivities. Artistic Legacy

Venice served as a primary hub for various crusading orders.

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