Abraham Zapruder
Businessman and filmmaker of historic footage
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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