Robert F. Kennedy, Sr.

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Robert F. (Fitzgerald) Kennedy (1925-1968) was the younger brother of President John F. Kennedy. Robert, also known as "Bobby" Kennedy, served as Attorney General during his brother's presidency. Robert was considered one of John's closest advisers. He was a strong supporter of Civil Rights issues and was primarily known for his fighting of Organized Crime.

Assassination

Robert Kennedy was assassinated by Sirhan Sirhan while running for the Democratic Party nomination for President of the United States. It is believed that Sirhan Sirhan carried out the assassination because of Kennedy's strong support for Israel.