Fine Art Print : Robert McNamara explain Vietnam War strategy, 1965
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Robert McNamara explain Vietnam War strategy, 1965
A front page of The Illustrated London News, dated 13th February 1965, showing Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara(1916-2009) outlining the U.S strategy for the Vietnam War. Date: 1965
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Media ID 14406059
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1965 Defense Gesture News Plan Planning Pointer Pointing Secretary Sep16 Strategy Tactics Vietnam Mcnamara
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with this captivating fine art print from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring a historic image from The Illustrated London News, dated February 13, 1965, this print showcases Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara explaining the U.S strategy for the Vietnam War. A must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors, this rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online offers a glimpse into the past, providing a poignant reminder of a pivotal moment in world history. Order now and bring this significant piece of the past into your home or office.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.9cm x 50.8cm (14.1" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking front page image from The Illustrated London News, dated February 13, 1965, captures a pivotal moment in the escalating Vietnam War as U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara (1916-2009) outlines the American strategy for the conflict. With a map of Vietnam spread out before him and a pointer in hand, McNamara gestures eagerly to an attentive audience, illustrating the tactics and plans being employed by the United States in their involvement in the Southeast Asian country. At the time, the U.S. had been involved in military advisory efforts in Vietnam since the early 1950s, but President Lyndon B. Johnson's administration had recently escalated military involvement, committing over 23,000 troops to the region by the end of 1964. McNamara, a key figure in the Johnson administration, was responsible for implementing and justifying the U.S. military strategy in Vietnam. The map and pointer serve as visual aids in McNamara's explanation of the U.S. military's plan to contain the spread of communist forces in South Vietnam and prevent the fall of the U.S.-backed government. The image encapsulates the intense focus and determination of the U.S. government during this critical period in the Vietnam War. The Illustrated London News, a prestigious weekly magazine, captured this significant moment in history, providing a visual record of the U.S. approach to the Vietnam War at a pivotal turning point. This powerful image offers a glimpse into the complex geopolitical landscape of the mid-1960s and the intricacies of military planning during a time of global conflict.
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