Joe Kennedy
Joseph P. Kennedy Sr. (1888–1969) was an American businessman, politician, and patriarch of the Kennedy family. He is known for his influential role in the family's political legacy and his decision to subject his daughter Rosemary to a lobotomy, fearing that her mental health issues could harm the family's reputation. Joe Kennedy's actions have sparked discussions about the ethical considerations surrounding mental health treatments in the early to mid-20th century.
Born on Sep 06, 1888 (136 years old)
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Switzerland:
Joe Kennedy is one of the young gallerists who transformed a significant area for artists.
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United States:
Joe Kennedy was a high school football coach whose case was initially turned away by the Supreme Court.
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Joe Kennedy decided to subject his daughter Rosemary to a lobotomy due to concerns about her behavior affecting his political career.
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Croatia:
Joe Kennedy decided to have his daughter Rosemary lobotomized due to concerns about her behavior affecting his political career.
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Croatia:
Joe Kennedy decided to subject his daughter Rosemary to a lobotomy due to concerns about her behavior affecting his political career.
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