The First Lady’s Trip to India!

Mrs. Kennedy enters a Banaras shop to see some of the rich silks and brocades on display.

In March 1962, Jacqueline Kennedy, the First Lady of the United States, embarked on a highly publicized goodwill tour of India. While the media extensively covered her elegant fashion choices, her visit was much more than a mere spectacle of style. Acting as an informal diplomat, Kennedy strengthened Indo-American relations and deepened her personal appreciation… Continue reading The First Lady’s Trip to India!