The Kennedy Family Curse: Fact or Fiction?

The Kennedy family has long been plagued by what has come to be known as the "Kennedy curse." This curse refers to the tragic events that have befallen several members of the Kennedy family over the years. The curse is said to have originated with the patriarch of the family, Joseph P. Kennedy Sr., who was a successful businessman and political figure. However, despite their success and prominence, the Kennedy family has had to endure more than their fair share of suffering.

The emerald kings were not cursed anyway, but most of the tragedies were natural like in any other American family. The killing of JFK AND RFK is a work of CIA and the FBI, in connection with the American criminal underworld!

I have no idea what you people are talking about but you should most definitely study your history before you get on the internet and throw dirt on great people s names. Her erratic behaviour led Joseph to begin investigating surgical solutions and, in November 1941, he without consulting his wife authorised two surgeons, Dr Walter Jackson Freeman and Dr James W Watts, to perform a lobotomy on Rosemary.

However, despite their success and prominence, the Kennedy family has had to endure more than their fair share of suffering. The curse first revealed itself with the death of Joseph P. Kennedy Sr.

Timeline of Kennedy Tragedies

Read about the many tragedies that have struck the Kennedy family, including John Kennedy's assassination and the death of John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette Kennedy in a plane crash.

Rosemary Kennedy, who is mentally ill, is institutionalized following a failed lobotomy. She is the eldest Kennedy daughter of Joseph and Rose.

Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr., the oldest Kennedy son, dies in a plane crash over the English Channel during World War II. The pilot was 29 at the time of his death.

Kathleen Kennedy Cavendish dies in a plane crash in France at age 28. Her husband, William John Robert Cavendish, the Marquess of Hartington, died in World War II.

Patrick Bouvier Kennedy, the second son of President Kennedy and his wife, Jacqueline, dies on August 7, two days after he was born almost six weeks premature.

President John F. Kennedy is assassinated on Nov. 22 in Dallas. He was 46.

Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, the youngest Kennedy child, escapes death in a plane crash that claims an aide, Edward Moss.

Robert F. Kennedy is assassinated on June 5 in Los Angeles. The 42 year old had just won California's Democratic presidential primary election.

Edward M. Kennedy, drives off a bridge on his way home from a party on Massachusetts' Chappaquiddick Island. Mary Jo Kopechne, an aide who was in the car with him, dies in the accident.

Edward M. Kennedy, the senator's son, loses his right leg to cancer.

Joseph P. Kennedy 2d, the son of Robert and Ethel, is the driver in a car accident on Cape Cod that leaves one passenger permanently paralyzed.

David A. Kennedy, son of Robert, dies of a drug overdose in a Palm Beach, Florida, hotel. He was 28.

Patrick Kennedy, the teenage son of Sen. Edward Kennedy, undergoes treatment for cocaine addiction.

William Kennedy Smith, the son of Jean Kennedy Smith, is accused of raping a woman at the family's Palm Beach, Florida, vacation home. He is tried and acquitted.

Michael Kennedy, the son of Robert, dies in a skiing accident in Aspen, Colorado. He was 39. Prior to the accident, Michael made headlines for allegedly having a long-term affair with his children's babysitter.

John F. Kennedy, Jr., his wife, Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, and his sister-in-law, Lauren Bessette, die when their plane crashes in the waters off Martha's Vineyard, Ma. Kennedy was flying the Piper Saratoga plane that plunged into the Atlantic Ocean.

Michael Skakel, nephew of Ethel Kennedy, was found guilty in June by a Connecticut jury of the 1975 murder of Martha Moxley. Skakel was 15 when Moxley, also 15, was found bludgeoned to death outside her Greenwich, Conn., home. Skakel was sentenced to 20 years to life in prison in August.

Rosemary Kennedy dies on January 7 in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, at age 86.

Sen. Edward M. "Ted" Kennedy is diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor on May 20.

Sen. Edward M. "Ted" Kennedy dies on August 25. His sister, Eunice Kennedy Shriver, died two weeks earlier, on August 11.

Kara Kennedy, the daughter of Sen. Edward M. "Ted" Kennedy dies on September 16 of a heart attack. She was 51. Kennedy was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2002.

Mary Richardson Kennedy, the 52-year-old estranged wife of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is found dead in the barn of her Bedford, N.Y., home. She died of an apparent suicide.

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However, Joseph's known Nazi sympathies, combined with his outspoken opinions that Britain could not win the war and that “democracy was finished”, made his withdrawal as ambassador inevitable. In November 1940, with America on the brink of joining the conflict, he was sent back to the United States, his political career in ruins. Rosemary accompanied him and, from this point, her life took a tragic downward turn.

's eldest son, Joseph P. Kennedy Jr., in 1944 during World War II. Joseph was serving as a pilot in the U.S. Navy when his plane exploded in midair. This was a devastating blow to the family and marked the beginning of a series of tragedies. In 1963, President John F. Kennedy, the younger brother of Joseph P. Kennedy Jr., was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. This event shook the nation and left the Kennedy family devastated. Just a few years later, in 1968, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, another younger brother, was also assassinated while running for president. These two assassinations were traumatic not only for the Kennedy family but also for the American people, as they were both significant political figures. The curse continued to haunt the next generation of Kennedys. In 1984, David Kennedy, the fourth of Robert F. Kennedy's 11 children, died of a drug overdose at the age of 28. This tragedy was followed by the deaths of two more of Robert F. Kennedy's children, Michael and Rory, who died in a skiing accident in 1997. These deaths were a stark reminder of the curse that seemed to follow the Kennedy family. The curse also affected the next generation of Kennedys. In 1999, John F. Kennedy Jr., the son of President John F. Kennedy, died in a plane crash along with his wife and sister-in-law. This was yet another devastating blow to the family and further reinforced the belief in the Kennedy curse. Despite the countless tragedies, the Kennedy family has persevered and continued to make significant contributions to society. They have been involved in politics, public service, and charitable work. However, the shadow of the curse continues to loom over the family, reminding them of the immense pain they have endured. The everlasting Kennedy curse serves as a reminder that even those with fame, fortune, and power are not immune to tragedy. It is a testament to the resilience of the Kennedy family that they have been able to overcome such immense suffering and continue to make an impact on the world. The Kennedy curse will forever be a part of their legacy, but it does not define who they are as individuals..

Reviews for "From Rosemary to JFK Jr.: Tragedy Strikes the Kennedy Clan"

1. Sarah - 2 out of 5 stars - I was really disappointed with "The Everlasting Kennedy Curse". The book promised to provide new insights into the Kennedy family and their alleged curse, but it fell flat. The author repeated well-known information, and there was very little new or interesting material. I felt like I was reading a rehash of previous Kennedy biographies rather than getting a fresh perspective on the subject. Overall, I found the book uninspiring and lacking in depth.

2. John - 1 out of 5 stars - I found "The Everlasting Kennedy Curse" to be a poorly researched and poorly written book. The author made sweeping claims about the Kennedy family curse without providing any substantial evidence or credible sources. The writing style was also very dry and unengaging, making it difficult to stay interested in the narrative. The book felt more like a collection of random information about the Kennedys rather than a cohesive exploration of the alleged curse. I would not recommend this book to anyone looking for a comprehensive or well-written account of the Kennedy family.

3. Emily - 2 out of 5 stars - I was excited to read "The Everlasting Kennedy Curse" as I've always been intrigued by the Kennedy family. However, I was ultimately disappointed. The book lacked depth and failed to explore the complexities of the Kennedy family dynamics. It felt more like a collection of anecdotes rather than a well-researched and coherent analysis. Additionally, the author seemed more interested in sensationalizing the alleged curse rather than providing a balanced and nuanced perspective. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone looking for a comprehensive examination of the Kennedy family and the curse surrounding them.

4. David - 2.5 out of 5 stars - While "The Everlasting Kennedy Curse" had some interesting moments, I couldn't help but feel that it missed the mark. The book seemed to focus more on the scandals and controversies surrounding the Kennedy family rather than delving into the alleged curse. I was hoping for a more in-depth exploration of the curse and its impact on the family, but instead, I got a surface-level account of their misfortunes. The writing was also quite dry and lacked the engaging storytelling I was hoping for. Overall, I found the book to be mediocre and wouldn't recommend it to someone looking for a nuanced examination of the Kennedy curse.

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