And not to forget, USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) was known as "Big John,"
which drew a few snickers as the extra-curricular exploits of its
namesake gradually became public knowledge.

Heck, JFK's exploits were well known around Washington long before the
keel of CV-67 was laid. In fact, he had that reputation while still a
senator.

I first heard about his "accomplishments" in 1960, from a friend who was
a Washington journalist.

vince norris