Opening scene shows Navy TBF Avenger in slow flight with nose-high attitude, flying so close to the water that it is kicking up spray in its wake. The camera follows the course of the plane, as it passes a U.S. Independence class light aircraft carrier (CVL) in camouflage, underway in the same direction. Next, the aircraft passes an Iowa class battleship, also in camouflage paint. Next, it passes an Essex class carrier (CV) that has an aircraft taking off from its forward deck. The TBF catches up to another Iowa class battleship, and passes between the camera ship and the battleship, climbing slightly, but still very low over the water. A Portland class cruiser is seen in the background. The TBF begins to climb as it overtakes a Fletcher class destroyer in catapult configuration.
U.S. President Harry S Truman honors General George C Marshall in Washington DC. President Truman along with his wife Bess Truman presents General Marshall with a plaque for distinguished services given by the United States Conference of Mayors. General Marshall accepts the plaque and smiles. Other dignitaries stand behind the dignitaries and applaud.
U.S. President Richard M. Nixon 1972 reelection promotional film. Nixon watches the "Game of the Century" football match in December 1969 between Texas and Arkansas, from among the spectators. He congratulates and then celebrates victory with the triumphant Texas players, and says a few words about their come-from-behind victory. Assistant Harry Dent speaks about positive changes brought about in himself during his tenure working as President Nixon's assistant during Nixon's first term as President.
A Swearing In Ceremony at the U.S. Capitol on Inauguration Day, Washington DC. Vice President Agnew, First Lady and other dignitaries seated in inauguration stand. President Richard Nixon gives speech. He calls to be proud for being American. Vision for America and finishes speech. He shakes hands with Senator Cook as First Lady stands by him. Cardinal Terrence Cook gives closing remarks.
During U.S. President Richard Nixon's press conference at White House in Washington DC. A press reporter questions about Nixon's earlier statement about negotiations with other nations. Nixon informs the progress of a treaty with Soviet Union towards the control and limitation of nuclear arms.
U.S. President Nixon addresses the Mississippi Economic Council 25th anniversary meeting in Jackson, Mississippi. President Nixon speaks about need for peace talks with the Soviet Union and America's efforts to restore peace in the Middle East. The spectators at the meeting applaud.
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