JFK: Part 2

Summary This episode follows Kennedy into the White House, offering fresh assessments of the successes and failures of his tenure. In 1961, the most challenging issue facing the new administration is the spread of communism and continuing Cold War fears. Only a few months into his first term, Kennedy launches the Bay of Pigs invasion, an unmitigated disaster that teaches him a powerful lesson. Nikita Khrushchev proves a stubborn foe, and Kennedy takes a stand against the spread of communism in a country few Americans had ever heard of--Vietnam. On the domestic front, civil rights prove tricky for the administration, as they rely heavily on the support of Southern Democrats. Forced to intervene when Freedom Riders take direct action in Southern states, the administration sends in federal marshals to ensure their safety. Health issues continue to plague the president and pain is a constant companion. Glamorous first lady Jackie captivates the world on her travels, while rumors of the president's womanizing continue in Washington.

S26.E3 ∙ JFK: Part 2

Directed : Unknown

Written : Unknown

Stars : Oliver Platt Michael Murphy David Ogden Stiers David McCullough

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Details

Genres : History Biography Documentary

Release date : Nov 11, 2013

Countries of origin : United States

Official sites : Official site Official Twitter

Language : English

Filming locations : Arlington, Massachusetts, USA

Production companies : WGBH Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) Robert Stone Productions

Summary This episode follows Kennedy into the White House, offering fresh assessments of the successes and failures of his tenure. In 1961, the most challenging issue facing the new administration is the spread of communism and continuing Cold War fears. Only a few months into his first term, Kennedy launches the Bay of Pigs invasion, an unmitigated disaster that teaches him a powerful lesson. Nikita Khrushchev proves a stubborn foe, and Kennedy takes a stand against the spread of communism in a country few Americans had ever heard of--Vietnam. On the domestic front, civil rights prove tricky for the administration, as they rely heavily on the support of Southern Democrats. Forced to intervene when Freedom Riders take direct action in Southern states, the administration sends in federal marshals to ensure their safety. Health issues continue to plague the president and pain is a constant companion. Glamorous first lady Jackie captivates the world on her travels, while rumors of the president's womanizing continue in Washington.

Details

Genres : History Biography Documentary

Release date : Nov 11, 2013

Countries of origin : United States

Official sites : Official site Official Twitter

Language : English

Filming locations : Arlington, Massachusetts, USA

Production companies : WGBH Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) Robert Stone Productions

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