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Elvis Presley January 16th - 1971 - The Jaycees - Ten Outstanding Young Men of the Nation

Elvis attends a day of functions culminating in an evening awards banquet. He and nine others accept the honor of being named One of the Ten Outstanding Young Men of the Nation by the United States Junior Chamber of Commerce (The Jaycees). He is nervous about his acceptance speech. He is touched, excited and deeply proud. This national honor has been given each year since the late 1930’s and recognizes young men who have made great achievements in their field of endeavor, illustrating the opportunities available in the free enterprise system. It also applauds humanitarianism and community service. Scientists, inventors, performers, film makers, politicians bound for the Presidency, and men of greatness in all fields, have been selected for this award over the years. For Elvis, a man who grew up poor, and, in his early career knew the sting of ridicule from the Establishment, who, through the years has known criticism of his work, this is one of his proudest moments. It is a sign that he has achieved acceptance, recognition, and respect for his work and for the kind of person he is.
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Elvis' Speech, accepting the award (00:00) - January 16, 1971
Above - In January 1971 Elvis was awarded as one of the ten most outstanding young men of America by the 'Jaycees'. Over the years in various printed articles and heard on record releases you could read or listen to Elvis' acceptance speech but.... did you know that it was edited?

Elvis Presley and wife, Priscilla stand as he is introduced at a luncheon at the Holiday Inn Rivermont. Presley was being honored by the Jaycees of America as one of the Outstanding Young Men In America. Seated at left fore and applauding is William N. Morris, former sheriff of Shelby County. Seated and applauding to right of Priscilla (and staring at camera) is Red West.

Elvis Presley signs autographs for fans after leaving a luncheon at the Holiday Inn Rivermont. At left is Red West. Behind West is William N. Morris, former sheriff of Shelby County. Elvis Presley was being honored by the Jaycees as one of the Outstanding Young Men In America. This photograph appeared on Page One of The Commercial Appeal when Presley died in 1977.

Elvis Presley is reflected in the roof of his automobile as he looks into the camera after attending a luncheon January 16, 1971 at what was then the Holiday Inn Rivermont. The luncheon was part of the festivites surrounding his being named one of the Jaycees of America's Ten Outstanding Young Men in America.

Elvis Presley is reflected in the roof of his automobile as he looks into the camera after attending a luncheon January 16, 1971 at what was then the Holiday Inn Rivermont. The luncheon was part of the festivites surrounding his being named one of the Jaycees of America's Ten Outstanding Young Men in America.

Elvis Presley January 16th - 1971 - The Jaycees - Ten Outstanding Young Men of the Nation

Elvis Presley January 16th - 1971 - The Jaycees - Ten Outstanding Young Men of the Nation

Elvis Presley January 16th - 1971 - The Jaycees - Ten Outstanding Young Men of the Nation

Elvis Presley January 16th - 1971 - The Jaycees - Ten Outstanding Young Men of the Nation

Elvis Presley January 16th - 1971 - The Jaycees - Ten Outstanding Young Men of the Nation

Elvis Presley January 16th - 1971 - The Jaycees - Ten Outstanding Young Men of the Nation
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