Interview with Kenneth Dennis, May 9, 1993

Interview Summary

Kenneth Dennis, a teacher by profession and an acquaintance of Cooper's, begins the interview by describing Cooper's personality and office at Covington & Burling. Additionally, Dennis provides names of possible interviewees for the project. Dennis describes the layout of Cooper's house in Georgetown, D.C. Cooper's sense of humor is explored. Dennis discusses Cooper's final years, including his domestic life, social activities, and emotional nature. Dennis recalls his memories of Lorraine Cooper. Some of Cooper's habits that he picked up later in life are explored. Dennis remembers his last visit with Cooper. Dennis details the inscription on Cooper's grave at Arlington National Cemetery. The interviewee also talks of Cooper's death as well as his generous nature. Cooper's work at Covington & Burling is briefly mentioned. Dennis evaluates the dynamics between Cooper and Louie Nunn. Dennis reflects upon how his students reacted to visiting Cooper. The interviewer relays some challenges of preparing to write a biography. Dennis talks of how Cooper reacted to receiving recognition. The interview is concluded with a reflection on some of the most influential people and events in Cooper's life.

Interview Keyword

John Sherman Cooper Houses Sense of humor Butlers Lorraine Cooper Driving Graves Louie Nunn Recognition

Interview LC Subject

Cooper, John Sherman, 1901-1991 Dennis, Kenneth Dennis, Kenneth--Interviews Politicians Politicians--United States Politics and government United States--Politics and government Washington (D.C.) Kentucky Kentuckians Georgetown (Washington, D.C.) Personality Covington & Burling Staff Kennedy family Bush family Arlington National Cemetery (Arlington, Va.) Death Students Teachers Writing Biography Influences

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