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Conversation 231-002

TapeTape 231StartMonday, November 27, 1972 at 9:30 AMEndMonday, November 27, 1972 at 11:14 AMParticipantsBrennan, John V.;  Toumayan, Alex G.Recording deviceCamp David Hard Wire
AI Summary

John V. Brennan and Alex G. Toumayan met at Camp David to conduct technical preparations for an upcoming telephone call between President Nixon and Ivorian President Felix Houphouet-Boigny. The participants tested the communication equipment in the Aspen Lodge to ensure the line was secure and operational for the international discussion. The brief interaction concluded with logistical adjustments to facilitate the connection for the President.

Felix Houphouet-BoignyCamp DavidDiplomatic communicationsPresidential telephone callsLogistical coordination
AudioNARA Description

On November 27, 1972, John V. Brennan and Alex G. Toumayan met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 9:30 am and 11:14 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 231-002 of the White House Tapes.

Nixon Library Finding Aid
Conversation No. 231-2

Date: November 27, 1972
Time: Unknown between 9:30 am and 11:14 am
Location: Camp David Hard Wire

John V. (“Jack”) Brennan met with Alec G. Toumayan.

       The President’s forthcoming conversation with Felix Houphouet-Boigny
            -Preparations for incoming telephone call
                  -Telephone
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Transcript (AI-Generated)

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Okay, I'd like you to use this phone.
Okay, I'll give you this phone.
Okay, let's take a picture.
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