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Candid never before seen photos of President Kennedy on a 'working holiday' less than a year before he was assassinated have come to light.

The fascinating snaps show John F Kennedy at work and relaxing at his idyllic Palm Beach residence, his 'Winter White House', in December 1962 and January 1963.

He can be seen reading documents while sat on his patio, chatting with one of his advisers and taking a break from official business to soak up the sun in his garden.

While this was going on, Kennedy was having his portrait drawn by celebrated artist of the age Elaine de Kooning.