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John and Jackie Kennedy's Wedding

The Father of the Groom

The Father of the Groom

American diplomat Joseph P. Kennedy Sr. smiles on his son's wedding day. He'd invited a mix of socialites and political types to the reception, boosting not only the guest list numbers (to 1,200) but also John's profile.

In this photo: Joseph P. Kennedy Sr.

Photo: Bert Morgan/Getty Images

Sep 12, 1953
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