56 conversations found
On April 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:05 pm and 8:18 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 332-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator during an evening session in the Old Executive Office Building. The brief interaction focused on facilitating telephonic communications, though the specific parties intended for contact remain undocumented. No policy decisions or substantive political developments were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
On April 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:05 pm and 8:18 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 332-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. While no transcript is available to verify the specific subjects of the conversation, the brief interaction suggests a routine administrative or personal check-in between the President and his staff member. The session concluded after a brief duration without any recorded substantive policy developments or action items.
On April 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:05 pm and 8:18 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 332-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate an outgoing communication. The brief interaction served as a logistical step to connect the President with another party for undisclosed administrative or personal business. No substantive policy matters or major developments were recorded during this brief exchange.
On April 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:05 pm and 8:18 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 332-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building for a brief, informal encounter. The conversation consisted of a short, private exchange that was subsequently withdrawn from the public record for being personal in nature. No substantive policy or political decisions resulted from this interaction.
On April 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:05 pm and 8:18 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-026 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to initiate a telephone call to National Security Advisor Henry A. Kissinger. This brief interaction served solely as a logistical request to establish a line of communication with his primary foreign policy advisor. No substantive policy discussions occurred during this exchange.
On April 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:05 pm and 8:18 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-027 of the White House Tapes.
The President requested to speak with National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger, who was dining in New York at the time. The White House operator facilitated the contact by coordinating with Kissinger’s agent to arrange for him to be called at the restaurant. Nixon confirmed this arrangement, moving forward with the plan to establish immediate communication with his advisor.
On April 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger talked on the telephone from 8:18 pm to 8:24 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-028 of the White House Tapes.
Henry Kissinger updates President Nixon on a highly successful and warm meeting with Chinese officials, confirming Beijing's strategic interest in maintaining a U.S. presence in Asia as a counterweight to the Soviet Union. The discussion then shifts to the vulnerability of U.S. officials during diplomatic visits to Moscow, with both men expressing frustration over the perceived weakness of Ambassador Jacob Beam and other Cabinet members in rebutting Soviet propaganda. Nixon concludes by emphasizing the need for stricter oversight of U.S. personnel traveling to the Soviet Union to prevent them from being manipulated or misled.
On April 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 8:18 pm to 8:24 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 332-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to coordinate strategy following the President's recent discussions regarding sensitive foreign policy matters. The brief consultation served as a follow-up to earlier deliberations, likely centering on ongoing diplomatic efforts in Vietnam or preparations for international summits. No formal transcript is available to detail specific directives, but the meeting functioned as a high-level synchronization of executive decision-making.
On April 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:24 pm and 8:25 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 332-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon communicated briefly with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. This short interaction served as a logistical step to connect the President with another party for official business. No substantive policy discussions occurred during this brief exchange.
On April 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:24 pm and 8:25 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 332-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, informal meeting with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The conversation primarily involved personal matters rather than substantive policy or administrative business. The interaction concluded quickly, with no recorded decisions or official actions taken.
On April 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:24 pm and 8:25 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-029 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone request to the White House operator to be connected with Charles W. Colson. The interaction serves as a functional step to facilitate communication between the President and his special counsel. No further substantive discussion occurs during this short exchange.
On April 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 8:25 pm to 8:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 332-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss political strategy regarding Senate hearings on ITT and the broader Vietnam War discourse. Nixon expresses a desire to frame the opposition's stance on the war as supporting the enemy, aiming to pressure political rivals. They also review economic messaging, including the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the effectiveness of the President's economic council.
On April 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 8:25 pm to 8:45 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-030 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discussed the administration's political strategy regarding the ongoing Senate hearings on the International Telephone and Telegraph (ITT) case and the Vietnam War. They celebrated a favorable 12-1 vote regarding Peter M. Flanigan’s testimony, viewing it as a tactical victory that effectively neutralized opposition and paved the way for an eventual acquittal of Richard G. Kleindienst. Furthermore, they coordinated efforts to pressure Democrats over their opposition to the U.S. war effort in Vietnam, utilizing surrogates like Vice President Agnew, John B. Connally, and labor leaders to maintain a tough, patriotic public stance.
On April 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:45 pm and 8:51 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 332-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, private meeting with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. Due to the lack of a transcript and the existence of a withdrawn personal segment, the specific substance of the exchange remains unavailable for public analysis. The interaction lasted less than six minutes and appears to have been limited to personal matters rather than substantive policy discussions.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 9:13 am and 9:20 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, in the Old Executive Office Building to review and coordinate the President's upcoming daily schedule. The brief discussion focused on administrative planning and logistics for the morning's agenda. No substantive policy decisions were recorded during this short exchange.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 9:13 am and 9:20 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met briefly in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss ongoing foreign policy matters. The exchange lacks a substantive transcript, suggesting it served as a short procedural check-in or a lead-in to further deliberations. No specific policy decisions or action items are documented in this brief recorded segment.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Henry A. Kissinger, and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 9:20 am to 9:55 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to discuss the escalating military situation in Vietnam, specifically the progress of air strikes and the status of North Vietnamese ground attacks at locations such as An Loc and Long Tieng. They analyzed the domestic political climate, expressing frustration with hostile media coverage and campus anti-war protests, while noting support for the President from figures like George Wallace. Furthermore, they coordinated strategy for Kissinger’s upcoming trip to Moscow and the potential public announcement of a presidential summit with Soviet leadership to maximize political impact.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 9:55 am and 10:11 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon recorded a brief, informal memorandum for the file, reflecting on recent social interactions and miscellaneous administrative observations. The President commented on various personal subjects, including individuals he encountered, a recent excursion on the Sequoia, and his daughter Tricia Nixon Cox. The dictation serves as a personal record of these fleeting reflections rather than a discussion of formal policy or government decisions.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 9:55 am and 10:11 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. The brief exchange focused on coordinating the connection for a specific individual. No substantive policy discussions or significant political developments occurred during this administrative interaction.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Ronald L. Ziegler, Henry A. Kissinger, and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 10:11 am to 12:17 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman to discuss the impending resignation of Treasury Secretary John Connally, focusing on the political timing and the need to frame his departure as a supportive transition rather than a sign of administration instability. They strategized on potential replacements, specifically identifying George Shultz as the ideal successor due to his expertise and free-market philosophy. Additionally, the President and his staff coordinated a cover story for Henry Kissinger’s secret diplomatic mission to Moscow, deciding to utilize a fake 'periodic staff planning session' at Camp David to distract the press.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:17 pm and 12:57 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directs Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler to conduct a survey of the White House press corps regarding whether their children attend Washington, D.C. public schools. Nixon aims to use the resulting data—whether presented as raw numbers or percentages—to challenge reporters who are critical of the local school system. He instructs Ziegler to assign staff to personally call members of the press to gather this information, establishing a deadline for the report by the following Wednesday.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:17 pm and 12:57 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-031 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a request for the White House operator to connect him with special counsel Charles W. Colson. This brief communication serves purely as an administrative directive to facilitate a subsequent private discussion between the President and his advisor. No substantive policy matters are addressed in this exchange.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:17 pm and 12:57 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual to review administrative logistics regarding his daily schedule. The brief discussion centered on managing the President's upcoming appointments and ensuring his availability for key commitments. No major policy decisions were recorded during this interaction.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:17 pm and 12:57 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-021 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in his Old Executive Office Building workspace. The brief interaction, lasting only seven seconds, focused on Sanchez's request for access to the President. No substantive policy matters were discussed beyond this administrative encounter.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:17 pm and 12:57 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The brief interaction consisted of a short inquiry, though the specific subject matter remains undocumented due to the lack of a transcript. No further significant developments or policy decisions are recorded for this exchange.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:17 pm and 12:57 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss personal arrangements. The conversation focused on the President's lunch requirements, specifically a request for consommé. No significant political or policy matters were addressed during this brief exchange.
On April 19, 1972, a telephone call was attempted at an unknown time between 12:17 pm and 12:57 pm, but the call was not completed. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-169 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon attempted a telephone call that ultimately failed to connect. As no conversation took place, there were no participants involved in a dialogue, nor were any topics or policy decisions addressed. The recording remains an archival artifact of an unsuccessful communication attempt during the Nixon administration.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:17 pm and 12:57 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-023 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to secure his current location by closing the office. This brief directive served to ensure the President's privacy during his work in the Old Executive Office Building. No further substantive matters were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:17 pm and 12:57 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-022 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Manolo Sanchez, at the Old Executive Office Building to review the President's upcoming schedule. The conversation centered on logistical arrangements for Nixon's official engagements. No major policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative check-in.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 12:57 pm to 1:09 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-024 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss political strategy regarding ongoing congressional hearings and the public narrative surrounding the Vietnam War. They analyze the Democratic Party's internal divisions over an 'end to war' amendment, with Nixon emphasizing the need to frame his opponents as siding with communists. Ultimately, the President encourages an aggressive stance, framing the ongoing crisis as an opportunity to project strength and firm leadership to the public.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 12:57 pm to 1:09 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-032 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss administration strategy regarding the ongoing ITT hearings and the political fallout of the North Vietnamese offensive. They focus on tactical maneuvers to delay or stall the ITT testimony to protect administration interests while coordinating a message of firm leadership against communist aggression. Nixon expresses satisfaction with bipartisan support and the public's perceived shift in favor of his administration's Vietnam policies.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:09 pm and 1:48 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-025 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman coordinate a public appearance in the Rose Garden to honor D.C. Police Chief Jerry V. Wilson for his success in reducing crime in the nation's capital. The President outlines his intended remarks, which emphasize the administration's progress on crime and highlight Wilson’s leadership as a national model. During the meeting, the two also briefly touch upon Edwin Reinecke’s testimony regarding the ITT hearings and a scheduled appointment with John B. Connally.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 1:48 pm to 1:49 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-026 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman briefly discuss the source of funding for campaign-related 'transletters' to ensure they are being handled appropriately. The President directs Haldeman to ensure these materials are financed through private, rather than government, funds. They also briefly touch upon campaign activities related to the Indiana primary.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 1:48 pm to 1:49 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-033 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discussed the potential funding sources for translators used by Henry Kissinger, specifically questioning whether these individuals were paid through government funds or private foundations. Expressing concern over the optics and propriety of the arrangement, Nixon directed Haldeman to investigate any ties to the administration. The President emphasized that the White House should avoid any involvement that could be perceived as improper or vulnerable to criticism.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:49 pm and 2:11 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-027 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss personal refreshments. During the brief interaction, the President requested that Sanchez provide him with coffee. No other substantive policy or administrative matters were addressed during this short exchange.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:49 pm and 2:11 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-028 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to finalize logistical arrangements and talking points for an upcoming appointment with D.C. Police Chief Jerry V. Wilson. The discussion addressed the scheduling of a photo opportunity with the U.S. table tennis team and specifically covered the President's intended comments regarding Egil "Bud" Krogh, Jr. The primary objective was to coordinate the sequence and location of these meetings to ensure operational efficiency.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:49 pm and 2:11 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-029 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate an outgoing telephone connection. This brief interaction served administrative purposes to establish a line for the President's official communication. No further substantive policy or strategic discussions occurred during this brief exchange.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:49 pm and 2:11 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-034 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone exchange through the White House operator to request a direct connection with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. The call serves as a logistical bridge to facilitate communication between the President and his senior staff. No further substantive policy matters are addressed in this short administrative segment.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:11 pm to 2:16 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-030 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler strategize on managing public perception regarding the North Vietnamese invasion of South Vietnam. Nixon emphasizes the need to project strength, instructing Ziegler to avoid giving the impression that the administration is retreating from the conflict. Additionally, they discuss dismissing critical voices in the press, with Nixon directing Ziegler to portray these critics as irrelevant and out of touch with the reality of the situation.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler talked on the telephone from 2:11 pm to 2:16 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-035 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler consulted on how the administration should respond to an upcoming statement from Ivy League university presidents condemning the U.S. bombing of North Vietnam. Nixon decided to maintain a low-key approach, opting for a "no comment" strategy to avoid granting unnecessary relevance to the protesters. They also discussed coordinating with Vice President Agnew and staffer Charles Colson for potential counter-messaging, while agreeing that maintaining a posture of confidence was the administration's best strategy.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:16 pm and 2:17 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-036 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. This brief exchange served solely as an administrative bridge to initiate communication with a key staff member. No policy matters or substantive political issues were addressed during this brief request.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:16 pm and 2:17 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-031 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a telephone call to an individual identified as Mr. Zaker. This brief exchange served as a procedural request to initiate a specific communication. No further substantive discussion occurred during this interaction.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler talked on the telephone from 2:17 pm to 2:18 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-037 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler strategize on how to counter criticism from Ivy League university presidents regarding the recent U.S. bombing campaign in Vietnam. Nixon suggests a biting public retort emphasizing that university leadership should condemn the enemy rather than the United States. They ultimately decide against a direct White House statement, opting instead to have a political ally like Senator Barry Goldwater deliver the line to deflect attention and maintain a strategic distance.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:17 pm to 2:18 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-032 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler discuss strategies to address media coverage of anti-war protests on university campuses. Nixon proposes a rhetorical counter-attack that highlights the perceived hypocrisy of demonstrators for criticizing the United States rather than the enemy. The pair decides to have a political surrogate, such as Barry Goldwater, deliver this critique to the public to effectively challenge the protestors' stance.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:27 pm and 4:41 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-038 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directs the White House operator to connect Patrick J. Buchanan with Henry Kissinger. This administrative request facilitates direct communication between the National Security Advisor and the speechwriter to coordinate specific policy or messaging efforts. No further discussion occurs during this brief exchange.
On April 19, 1972, Henry A. Kissinger, Patrick J. Buchanan, and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:27 pm and 4:41 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-039 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, Henry Kissinger, and Patrick Buchanan coordinated on the development of a speech for Vice President Spiro Agnew regarding the Vietnam War. The discussion focused on drafting rhetoric to sharply criticize Ivy League university presidents who opposed the administration's bombing campaigns against North Vietnamese military targets. Nixon directed his staff to emphasize themes of North Vietnamese aggression and to explicitly attack the perceived lack of patriotism and moral courage among academic leaders.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Henry A. Kissinger, White House operator, Patrick J. Buchanan, unknown person(s), Stephen B. Bull, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:27 pm to 5:01 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 713-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met in the Oval Office to coordinate strategy ahead of Kissinger's secret mission to Moscow to negotiate with Soviet leaders regarding the Vietnam War and a potential summit. They discussed maintaining a tough military posture, including continued bombing of North Vietnamese targets to leverage negotiations, while framing the Moscow trip as a broader diplomatic effort. The participants also finalized plans to conceal Kissinger’s location by claiming he was attending staff meetings at Camp David, effectively keeping the press and public in the dark until a planned announcement following the talks.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:41 pm and 4:58 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-040 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a personal phone call to his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox. This brief communication served strictly as an administrative request to connect the President with his family. No policy matters or substantive political issues were addressed during the brief interaction.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:58 pm and 5:01 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-041 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to determine the current location of his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox. He specifically clarified that he was not attempting to reach her but merely seeking confirmation of her whereabouts within the executive complex. The operator agreed to investigate her status and provide the requested information.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox talked on the telephone from 5:01 pm to 5:02 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-042 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, discussed their respective schedules and upcoming plans for a family visit to Camp David. The President coordinated the timing of his arrival with Tricia and First Lady Pat Nixon, noting the First Lady's prior commitments to an International Choral Festival. The call also briefly addressed the President's ongoing meeting with Alexander Haig following Haig's recent return from Vietnam.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:01 pm to 5:02 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 713-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, discussed logistics regarding upcoming travel plans and family engagements. The conversation touched upon the President's scheduled meetings, specifically mentioning General Alexander Haig's recent return from Vietnam, and addressed scheduling conflicts involving First Lady Pat Nixon. The exchange served primarily as a coordination check for family events, including a proposed trip to Kansas and potential travel to Chicago.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:02 pm to 5:03 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 713-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discussed administrative arrangements regarding the First Lady’s return travel from New Bern, North Carolina, and the coordination of a telephone call to Tricia Nixon Cox. The brief meeting centered on logistical scheduling, including confirming the timing of Pat Nixon’s arrival and integrating additional itinerary items. The President directed Woods to facilitate further communication with the family to finalize these travel and scheduling details.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Dr. W. Kenneth Riland, Henry A. Kissinger, White House operator, and Charles W. Colson met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 5:05 pm to 5:35 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 331-033 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discussed the diplomatic risks and strategic conditions surrounding Kissinger’s upcoming trip to Moscow ahead of the Soviet summit. They reached a consensus that any public announcement regarding a return to plenary peace talks on Vietnam must be backed by ironclad Soviet guarantees to prevent the U.S. from being forced to halt bombing and blockade operations prematurely. Following this, Nixon consulted with Charles Colson regarding political pushback from university administrators over the administration’s Vietnam policies, emphasizing a need for a firm, adversarial response to critics.
On April 19, 1972, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:05 pm and 11:59 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 713-004 of the White House Tapes.
United States Secret Service agents met with President Nixon in the Oval Office to coordinate security logistics and verify the President's upcoming movements to the Executive Office Building. The brief exchange primarily focused on scheduling and the practicalities of the President's transit between official locations. The meeting concluded without any substantive policy developments, serving as a routine check-in for the protection detail.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and Henry A. Kissinger talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:20 pm and 5:28 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-043 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger coordinated on an urgent communication strategy, focusing on the need to relay specific arguments to Charles W. Colson. The President directed the White House operator to connect him with Colson to discuss these points immediately. This exchange underscores the high level of coordination between Nixon and his top advisor regarding the handling of sensitive political tasks.
On April 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 5:28 pm to 5:35 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-044 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discussed strategies to manage the ongoing ITT confirmation hearings, focusing on limiting hostile questioning of witness Jack Gleason and stalling Democratic probes. Nixon directed Colson to leverage information regarding past Democratic contributions from ITT to deflect political pressure and, if necessary, expose financial ties between the company and members of the Senate. The conversation also touched on the administration's aggressive communication strategy, specifically praising John Connally’s public defense of Vietnam policy and planning for Vice President Spiro Agnew to confront dissenting Ivy League university presidents.