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entertainment1 year ago

Disney+ Unveils 'Beatles '64': A New Look at the Fab Four's US Breakthrough

The Beatles' rapid rise to fame in the US is explored in the documentary 'Beatles '64,' with Paul McCartney suggesting their success was partly due to America seeking a lift after JFK's assassination. While some historians and scholars agree that The Beatles' youthful energy provided a needed distraction, others argue their success was more due to strategic appearances, like on the Ed Sullivan Show, and existing popularity. The connection between JFK's death and The Beatles' US breakthrough is seen as coincidental and fleeting by some experts.

via BBC.com|
#beatlemania#ed-sullivan-show#entertainment
history2 years ago

"Reflecting on JFK's Assassination: Surviving Witnesses, Commemorations, and Conspiracy Theories"

Surviving witnesses to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, including Associated Press reporter Peggy Simpson, are sharing their stories as the nation marks the 60th anniversary of the event. Simpson, who attached herself to police officers at the scene, is among the last voices from that time period. The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza features their recollections in a three-part series, "JFK: One Day in America," which combines archival footage with personal accounts. The assassination defined a generation and represented a significant shift in American culture. President Joe Biden, who was in college at the time, recalled being "glued to the news in silence." The museum continues to record oral histories, capturing the memories of those who experienced the event firsthand.

via ABC News|
#associated-press#dealey-plaza#history
true-crime2 years ago

Rob Reiner's Podcast Unveils JFK Assassination Solution

Filmmaker Rob Reiner is releasing a 10-part podcast titled "Who Killed JFK?" in which he investigates the mysteries surrounding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Reiner, who has been fascinated with the topic for years, presents his case with the help of co-host Soledad O'Brien, aiming to provide a comprehensive and deep dive into the events of that day. The podcast explores conspiracy theories, questions the official story, and aims to shed light on the truth behind the assassination.

via Town & Country|
#conspiracy-theories#investigation#jfk-assassination
history2 years ago

Reflecting on JFK's Assassination: 60 Years Later, the Truth Unveiled

On the 60th anniversary of President John F. Kennedy's assassination, Secret Service agent Clint Hill, who famously jumped onto the back of the presidential limousine to shield the president and first lady, reflects on the tragic event. Hill, now 91, opens up about the guilt and shame he felt for not being able to save Kennedy and the lack of counseling and support he received afterward. Despite struggling with PTSD, Hill has written several books about his experience and encourages others to talk about their trauma for healing.

via NPR|
#clint-hill#history#jacqueline-kennedy
politics2 years ago

The Evolving Paths of the Kennedys: 60 Years After JFK's Death

As the 60th anniversary of President John F. Kennedy's assassination approaches, the Kennedy family finds itself at a crossroads. While the family has a long history of public service and political prominence, they have largely withdrawn from electoral politics in recent years. The current prominence of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., known for his controversial anti-vaccine advocacy, has caused a rare public family breach. However, other members of the family continue to be involved in various causes and public service, albeit in a less publicized manner. The Kennedy legacy lives on, but the family is choosing different paths to uphold their mission of public service and high ideals.

via ABC News|
#jfk-assassination#kennedy-family#political-legacy
historyconspiracy2 years ago

JFK's Parkland Doctors Dispute Lone Gunman Theory

A new documentary titled "JFK: What the Doctors Saw" features previously unreleased footage and interviews with seven doctors who were present in the emergency room of Parkland Hospital when President John F. Kennedy was brought in after being shot in 1963. The film raises doubts about the official narrative that Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone, with the doctors suggesting that one of the bullets entered JFK's throat from the front, indicating a shot from the front and potentially multiple gunmen. The documentary reveals their observations that contradict the government's account and suggests a government cover-up.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#government-cover-up#historyconspiracy#jfk-assassination
history2 years ago

Illuminating Key Artifact Sheds Light on JFK Assassination

Camera No. 3, used to film the moment when reporter Bill Mercer informed Lee Harvey Oswald that he had been charged with the murder of President John F. Kennedy, has been acquired by the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza in Dallas. The camera will go on display later this year to mark 60 years since Kennedy's death. Mercer, who was reunited with the camera in January, said it was a piece of history he would never forget.

via CBS News|
#bill-mercer#dallas#history