Deirdre Henderson

In this conversation, Deirdre Henderson, a former Research Assistant to JFK, reveals fascinating insights into the President's mindset on defense and foreign policy. She shares anecdotes from her time with JFK during WWII, highlighting his strong admiration for Winston Churchill. The discussion covers JFK's strategic approach to politics, his leadership style influenced by combat experiences, and reflections from his post-war diary. Deirdre emphasizes the lasting impact of these experiences on JFK's presidency and crisis management.