Photo Galleries (4)
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Richard Nixon
Richard Nixon(18 Photos)
18 Photos
See pictures from the life and presidency of Richard Nixon.
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Presidents and Their Children
Presidents and Their Children(14 Photos)
14 Photos
First families have shared the public spotlight with each president of the United States.
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Nevada
Nevada(10 Photos)
10 Photos
History.com's state gallery for Nevada. Learn more about the state symbols and famous landmarks.
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Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.(10 Photos)
10 Photos
The capital of the United States, Washington, D.C., is home to many of the country's most iconic landmarks, including the White House, the Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol.
Videos (8)
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First Ladies
First LadiesVideo Clip (1:50)
Video Clip (1:50)
These U.S. first ladies made their mark during their stays at the White House.
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Deconstructing History: White House
Deconstructing History: White HouseVideo Clip (1:35)
Video Clip (1:35)
It may not have been home to the president until 1800 or even called the White House until 1901, but it remains a symbol of freedom and democracy throughout the world.
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Richard Nixon's Paranoia Leads to Watergate Scandal
Richard Nixon's Paranoia Leads to Watergate ScandalVideo Clip (2:41)
Video Clip (2:41)
Find out about Nixon's personal demons, which may have led to his involvement in the Watergate scandal.
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Presidential Fun Facts
Presidential Fun FactsVideo Clip (1:21)
Video Clip (1:21)
The Oval Office has been filled with extraordinary presidents, but did you know about these not-so-famous firsts?
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The First JFK-Nixon Debate
The First JFK-Nixon DebateVideo Clip (2:30)
Video Clip (2:30)
Charisma and on-camera personality were keys to winning the first televised presidential debate.
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The Press Plane
The Press PlaneVideo Clip (0:52)
Video Clip (0:52)
Pat Buchanan, speech writer during Richard Nixon's 1968 campaign, tells the story of one of Nixons early executive decisions.
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Richard Nixon's Impeachment Investigation
Richard Nixon's Impeachment InvestigationVideo Clip (3:27)
Video Clip (3:27)
Lawrence Hogan gives us the lowdown on Richard Nixon's impeachment in the wake of the Watergate scandal.
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Was Nixon Better
Was Nixon BetterVideo Clip (4:21)
Video Clip (4:21)
John F. Kennedy utilizes television to his advantage by presenting dynamic attention grabbing advertisements.
Speeches & Audio (2)
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Nixon Announces His Resignation
Nixon Announces His ResignationAudio Clip (2:38)
Audio Clip (2:38)
View and listen to President Nixon's resignation speech in its entirety from the White House.
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Richard Nixon's Checkers Speech
Richard Nixon's Checkers SpeechAudio Clip (11:12)
Audio Clip (11:12)
On September 23, 1952, as a candidate for vice president, Richard M. Nixon appears on national television to defend himself against reports that he had taken $18,000 from his supporters for his personal use. In his defense, he denies personal use of any funds, with one exception: the family dog, Checkers, which was given to Nixon as a gift.
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Pat Nixon was an American first lady, wife of Richard Nixon, who espoused the cause of volunteerism during her husband's term.
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