Robert F. Kennedy High School

Introduction

Robert Francis "Bobby", also known as RFK was Attorney General of the United States from 1961-1964. It was one of the younger brothers of U.S. President John F. Kennedy and one of his most trusted advisors. He worked closely with his brother during the Missile Crisis in Cuba. His contribution to the Afro-American Movement for Civil Rights is considered his greatest legacy. After the murder of his brother in late 1963, Kennedy held the office of Attorney General for nine months next to President Johnson. He resigned in September 1964 and was elected senator for the state ...