Dept of Air Force
National Archives
342-USAF-35831
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Summary: Coverage of press conference held by Secy of Defense Robert S. McNamara on the problem of Cuban missile bases and US measures taken to counteract the threat. (Shot list to follow.) Reel 2, 998′: 1) Secy McNamara mounting podium for press conference and talking while aides are preparing displays. 2) Secy McNamara holding up aerial photos of Cuban missile bases.Reel 1, 989′: 1) Secy McNamara at press conference before wall map of world, displaying aerial photographs of Cuban missile sites and answering questions. 2) Secy McNamara with chart indicating range of Cuban based missiles. Good (Basic: Orig color)
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