The President, April 1968 (1968)

04/01/1968 (US) • 46m

Documentary

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.

Top Billed Cast

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)


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Status

Released

Original Language

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Keywords

vietnam war

martin luther king

lyndon b. johnson

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