Presentation of the 1961 Collier Trophy, 11:30AM. Major Robert M. White ( Air Force) delivers remarks upon receiving the 1961 Robert J. Collier Trophy; President John F. Kennedy presented the trophy to four X-15 pilots on behalf of the National Aeronautic Association (NAA). Trophy recipient, Commander Forrest S. Petersen ( Navy), stands at left (in white uniform). West Wing Lawn, White House, Washington,

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