1968 – The Year That Changed America (2018): S01E04 – Fall

Introduction CNN’s four-part Original Series Event ‘1968’ looks back half a century at a year marked by the assassinations of MLK and RFK, a contentious presidential election, escalating anti-Vietnam War sentiment and more. Also known as 1968 – The Year That Changed the World and 1968 – The Year That Changed History. Outline In 1968,…

Andrew Marshall

25/11/2021

1–2 minutes

History, Military Documentary, The Vietnam War

Introduction

CNN’s four-part Original Series Event ‘1968’ looks back half a century at a year marked by the assassinations of MLK and RFK, a contentious presidential election, escalating anti-Vietnam War sentiment and more.

Also known as 1968 – The Year That Changed the World and 1968 – The Year That Changed History.

Outline

In 1968, the US seemed to be having a nervous breakdown as battles erupted over the Vietnam War, cultural values and race. As autumn arrived, the on-going protests led to the end of the conflict and Richard Nixon securing the presidency.

1968 – The Year That Changed America Series

You can find a full index and overview of 1968 – The Year That Changed America here.

Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 27 May 2018.
Rating: Unknown.
Running Time: 43 minutes (per episode).
Country: US.
Language: English.