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200867 minPGdocumentary

1968: The American Connection

200867 minPGdocumentary

Secret activities of high-ranking Mexican army officials are linked to US intelligence agencies during the student movement in 1968.

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Secret activities of high-ranking Mexican army officials are linked to US intelligence agencies during the student movement in 1968.

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Carlos Mendoza

Carlos Mendozadirector

Carlos Mendoza

Carlos Mendozawriter

María de los Ángeles Magdalenocast

Jorge Menéndez Preciadocast

John Saxe Fernándezcast

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In 1968, high-ranking officials of the Mexican army coordinated with US intelligence agencies amid a turbulent student movement. The documentary outlines the secret activities conducted by this group. It traces the network of terrorist actions that occurred during this period. The events are set against a backdrop of political unrest in Mexico. This connection between the Mexican military and American agencies played a significant role in shaping responses to the protests.

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