Foreign Relations of the United States, 1961–1963, Volume VI, Kennedy-Khrushchev Exchanges

16. Letter From President Kennedy to Chairman Khrushchev⁰

Washington, June 10, 1961.

Dear Mr. Chairman: Many thanks for your kindness in presenting me with a case of beverages during our recent meeting in Vienna.¹ I would also like to express my appreciation to the Soviet Government for the gold cigar chest, caviar and records. For these courtesies I am very grateful.

Sincerely,

John F. Kennedy

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0. Source: Department of State, Presidential Correspondence: Lot 66 D 204. No classification marking. Another copy of this message is in the Kennedy Library, National Security Files, Countries Series, USSR, Khrushchev Correspondence.
1. Regarding these meetings June 3-4, see volume V.
2. Printed from a copy that indicates the original was signed by President Kennedy.