What stands here is more than just a tree. This, ladies and gentlemen, is the John F. Kennedy Memorial Tree. Planted in 1966, it serves as a living testament to the legacy of the 35th President of the United States. The tree itself, a Thornless Moraine Honeylocust, is no ordinary tree. It was a gift from the Kennedy estate in Hyannisport, Massachusetts. It was secured through the efforts of Senator Edward M. Kennedy. The John F. Kennedy Memorial Tree stands near the Espada Dam’s acequia and the San Antonio River. You can see it from Mission Parkway. This location is significant. It’s a reminder of President Kennedy’s last official act. On November 21, 1963, he dedicated the Space Medicine facilities at Brooks Air Force Base here in San Antonio. This visit highlighted his commitment to the US space program. It’s a poignant reminder of his vision and the tragic events that unfolded shortly after.
Judson High School
Remember the name Moses Campbell Judson. Judson High School and the entire Judson Independent School District carry his name. He