The Legacy of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis: America’s Beloved First Lady

Two years post-wedding, Jackie’s joy of pregnancy ended in sorrow with a miscarriage in 1955, followed by a stillbirth in 1956, deepening her despair amidst her husband’s health struggles. These events plunged Jackie into a deep depression.

In November 1957, a glimmer of hope emerged as Kennedy vied for the Senate. Jackie, stepping into the campaign fray, found a purpose that steered her away from the shadows of her despair, marking the beginning of her journey toward resilience.