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The President, April 1968

Apr 1, 1968 · 46m
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Documentary

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The film captures the pivotal events surrounding President Lyndon Johnson's historic address on March 31st, focusing on his decision to halt bombing in North Vietnam and his surprising announcement not to seek re-election. The speech aimed for peace negotiations amidst the Vietnam War, leading to diplomatic breakthroughs with North Vietnam. It also chronicles the aftermath, including societal unrest following Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination and Johnson's efforts to maintain national unity.

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Lyndon B. Johnson
Self (archive footage)
Lady Bird Johnson
Self (archive footage)
Hubert H. Humphrey
Self (archive footage)
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Self (archive footage)
Robert F. Kennedy
Self (archive footage)

DETAILS

Status
Released
Original language
EN
Budget
—
Revenue
—
Production
Naval Photographic Center
Country
US

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