President Nixon communicated with the White House operator to facilitate a connection with General Alexander M. Haig, Jr. The interaction served as a logistical bridge to initiate a broader discussion between the President and his deputy assistant for national security affairs. No substantive policy matters were addressed during this brief exchange.
On October 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 10:53 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 031-151 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 31-151 Date: October 20, 1972 Time: 10:53 am Location: White House Telephone The White House operator talked with the President. [See Conversation No. 371-12B] Call from Alexander M. Haig, Jr.
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