Which U.S. president led the American response during the Cuban Missile Crisis?
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Correct answer: John F. Kennedy
John F. Kennedy was president during the Cuban Missile Crisis. His administration debated military strikes, invasion, diplomacy, and a naval quarantine before choosing a cautious but firm response.
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