Abraham Zapruder

Businessman and filmmaker of historic footage

Abraham Zapruder - Thinkers & Philosophers born May 15th, 1905
Born
Died

1970
56 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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An American businessman and amateur photographer filmed the Zapruder film, which captured the assassination of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963, in Dallas, Texas. This film became one of the most studied pieces of evidence in American history, providing key visual evidence regarding the events of that day. Zapruder was present at Dealey Plaza with a Bell & Howell 8mm camera when the events unfolded. The film was later used in various investigations and has influenced discussions on the topic of presidential security and the media's role in political events.

Filmed the Zapruder film during Kennedy's assassination

Provided key visual evidence for investigations

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