The President, April 1968

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Overview:
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.

Revenue:
$N/A

Date Released:
04/01/1968

Cast


73988

Lyndon B. Johnson

Self (archive footage)

1970055

Lady Bird Johnson

Self (archive footage)

21112

Hubert H. Humphrey

Self (archive footage)

120575

Dwight D. Eisenhower

Self (archive footage)

932497

Robert F. Kennedy

Self (archive footage)

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