On the Brink
In addition, a brief film of President Kennedy addressing the nation at the beginning of the Cuban Missile Crisis on October 22, 1962, was shown.
Following their discussion, the panelists answered questions from members of the audience.
Panelists discussed the thirteen days in October of 1962, during which there were Soviet missiles in Cuba aimed at the United States. In… read more
Panelists discussed the thirteen days in October of 1962, during which there were Soviet missiles in Cuba aimed at the United States.
In addition, a brief film of President Kennedy addressing the nation at the beginning of the Cuban Missile Crisis on October 22, 1962, was shown.
Following their discussion, the panelists answered questions from members of the audience. close
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