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Nixon-Kennedy Debates (1st on Television)
CBS (Columbia Broadcasting System) motion picture of the first presidential debate between Senator John F. Kennedy and Vice President Richard M. Nixon from CBS studios, Chicago, Illinois. During the debate, Senator Kennedy states, "I don't believe in big government, but I believe in effective governmental action." Each candidate makes an opening statement of eight minutes and a closing statement of three minutes. Howard K. Smith moderates. -
The Gulf of Tonkin Resolution
The Gulf of Tonkin Resolution, also known as the Southeast Asia Resolution, was a joint resolution passed by the U.S. Congress on August 7, 1964. It was a pivotal moment that significantly escalated the United States' involvement in the Vietnam War. -
Operation Rolling Thunder
Operation Rolling Thunder was the codename for a sustained aerial bombing campaign conducted by the United States Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps against North Vietnam from March 2, 1965, to October 31, 1968, during the Vietnam War. -
The Assassination of John F. Kennedy
The Assassination: While riding in a presidential motorcade through Dealey Plaza, President Kennedy was struck by multiple gunshots. He was rushed to Parkland Memorial Hospital, where he was pronounced dead about 30 minutes later. Texas Governor John Connally, who was riding in the same limousine, was also wounded but survived. -
The Beatles Appear for the first time on the Ed Sullivan Show
The Beatles made their first appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show on February 9, 1964. This event is considered a monumental moment in music and television history, marking the beginning of the "British Invasion" in America and catapulting The Beatles to superstardom in the United States. -
March on the Pentagon
The March on the Pentagon refers primarily to the large anti-Vietnam War protest that took place on October 21, 1967. It was a significant event in the history of American social movements and a powerful display of dissent against the United States' involvement in the Vietnam War. -
Mai Lai Massacre
The My Lai Massacre was a horrific war crime committed by U.S. soldiers on March 16, 1968, during the Vietnam War. Here's a breakdown of the key details: -
Woodstock
The Vision: Conceived by four young entrepreneurs – John Roberts, Joel Rosenman, Artie Kornfeld, and Michael Lang – Woodstock aimed to be a celebration of music and counterculture ideals. -
The Beatles Break Up
The Beatles, a band that undeniably changed the landscape of music, didn't have one single moment of breaking up, but rather a series of events that led to their dissolution. Here's a breakdown of the key reasons and timeline -
Kent State Protest
The Kent State Protest most commonly refers to the events leading up to and culminating in the Kent State shootings on May 4, 1970, at Kent State University in Kent, Ohio. These events unfolded against the backdrop of significant national unrest and protest related to the Vietnam War and President Richard Nixon's announcement of the invasion of Cambodia. -
Roe vs. Wade
In a 7-2 decision, the Court ruled that the right to privacy under the Fourteenth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution extends to a woman's decision to have an abortion.