Learn about John F. Kennedy, the 35th president of the United States: explore his privileged childhood and tight-knit family, wartime heroism, and political accomplishments, which began in Congress and eventually led him to the U.S. presidency, the youngest man ever elected to the Oval Office.

"One brief shining moment" -- Growing up in a shadow -- The power of privilege -- War changes everything -- Embracing destiny -- The senate stepping-stone -- A family effort -- A new sense of hope -- A Cold War heats up -- A journey ended too soon -- The legacy of a better world.