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The Nixon Tapes

201473 minPG-13documentary

President Richard Nixon's voice-activated taping system recorded conversations in the White House and Camp David from 1971 to 1973, revealing insights into his controversial presidency.

historical-events historical-figures political-systems corruption

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Channel: US National Archives

The Nixon Tapes

2014• 73 minPG-13

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President Richard Nixon's voice-activated taping system recorded conversations in the White House and Camp David from 1971 to 1973, revealing insights into his controversial presidency.

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President Richard Nixon captured every word spoken in key locations in the White House and Camp David from 1971 to 1973 on a voice-activated taping system. Historian and author Douglas Brinkley and Luke Nichter have transcribed the tapes, giving us an unprecedented account of one of the most controversial Presidencies in U.S. history. A book signing follows the program.

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