Edward M. Kennedy timeline
Edward Kennedy timeline: 1932-2009
Kennedy, the youngest of nine children born into a legendary political family, died Tuesday after battling a malignant brain tumor for more than a year. Known as the "liberal lion of the Senate," he served for nearly 47 years, fighting for causes dear to his heart such as civil rights, welfare and healthcare. Click the icons below to learn more about key events in his life.
August 26, 2009, 4:21 a.m.
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