Secret Service Agent Vividly Recalls President Kennedy's Assassination | Clint Hill

U.S. Army veteran and Secret Service agent Clint Hill describes in harrowing detail the events of November 22, 1963, as he rushed to shield Mrs. Kennedy and the already wounded President after gunshots rang out in Dealey Plaza.

Throughout his career, Agent Hill would serve under five U.S. Presidents from Dwight D. Eisenhower to Gerald Ford.

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[hcastro]

This is the LIVING HISTORY than can NEVER EVER be replaced. Just imagine actually being in the thick of the chaos and having the composure to still do your job. Having to re-live this memory your entire adult life afterwards. This mans 1st person account is absolutely amazing. Thank you Clint for your service and willingness to share this horrible memory. May GOD bless you sir!!!

[Mrgop]

An excellent interview. The interviewer knew exactly what to do, ask a question and let Mr. Hill give his response without interrupting him.

[princessoffire]

Other interviewers take note. This is how it's done. Ask relevant, expandable questions in a thoughtful way and then let the interviewee tell the story with no interruptions.

[brentbartels]

What an amazing man, his first thought was to provide a shield for the President and Mrs Kennedy. So selfless, thank you for your service sir !! I wish there would’ve been more men like him there that day

[humanxharryhall]

When mrs Kennedy said l, “oh my god what have they done Jack”. Gave me chills and my heart sank. She really loved him, just as it seemed the entire world did. I’m envious of a time where we all could love a president regardless of they are democratic or republican. we are supposed to be one team. God bless you sir, you did your county proud.

[manybookslittletime]

All of these decades have gone by, and Mr. Hill has never gotten over what transpired on that horrific day in Dallas. He respected the president and Mrs. Kennedy very much. May God bless him.

[katecreate]

Can't imagine the pain Jackie went through losing her husband that horrific way, publicly and documented! How she was trying to pick of the pieces of his skull and was soaked in his blood is traumatic. Yet, she asked the welfare of the bodyguards demonstrates she had a genuine heart.

[petermendoza]

We don't have reporters like THAT anymore. The questions were purposeful but respectful.

[barbaradavis]

In 1963, I was a high school senior when we heard the news. Watching this in 2021, brings it all back. For this man, it never went away. Thank you for all you did and have done since.

[nikn]

The fact that Jackie wanted to check on Clint and make sure he was doing fine after she was going through that herself losing her husband in a very traumatic scene.

[mickmacy]

This guy was in the front row of history and acted with such honor and integrity. Thank you, Sir.

[CYCLONE]

This guy has a memory as sharp as anyone i ever saw. The description is so vivid and they way he describes it makes you almost feel like you were there.

[carylosborn]

I am glad that this interview was done for future generations.

[michaelkeeble]

What an amazing fist hand account of history. The man had real dignity in his recollection of events. No frills. No vanity. Profound sadness.

[daisycassidy]

I was 15 when President Kennedy was assassinated. Now 73 and my heart still hurts. Sometimes I can't watch these documentaries because of the sadness, but thank you for posting this one. I have the greatest respect for Clint Hill.

[JL-znme]

This is extremely shattering to listen to. Our President Kennedy suffered such a horrific death. All that I keep thinking about is how First Lady Kennedy didn’t fear for her life, but tried to grab matter if the trunk, thinking he could be saved. Obviously she knew he was gone, but how could anyone think rationally at that moment. I still can’t comprehend how she remained so protective of her Jack, making sure he was covered. She lived the rest of her life with class, kindness and was always a true lady. How did she get through such a life altering trauma. As for Clint, how did he get through this unbelievable experience. He is able to recall every detail of that moment, and is able to share with us what happened. These are two extraordinarily strong human beings. President Kennedy was a legendary, beloved President and man. He will forever be remembered and loved. He deserved to live on … but, he is with his son and I pray he is peacefully in Heaven, knowing he is still a part of us. 🇺🇸

[daveth]

Well done interview. I have followed poor Clint for many years. I say poor because he has put up with so much grief, so many Monday morning QBs, and worse. It being the 1960s, he and his SS colleagues received zero medical or psychiatric support for literally decades. As he has described it, “Self medicating in his basement.” I believe that finally writing his books in 2012-2014 was great therapy for him, and experiencing the reaction of Gen X, Millennials, and now Gen Y to the heroic work he did and the honorable way he has conducted himself - I truly hope it has helped him more fully process his experiences. There are few like him. He will be remembered in the story of America as a great man. Thank you Clint Hill.

[undergroundunlimited]

I’ve never heard his testimony. So terrible and sad. I appreciate Mr. Hill’s insight and service. I can’t imagine Jackie’s PTSD from this event.

[johndalton]

This is a great man. My God, I'd never heard the story of Jackie not wanting to let Jack go until Mr. Hill had covered his head. That is incredibly moving.

[Daniel-]

These types of interviews are amazing. A first hand account of what happened from someone who was in the thick of it. Learning about America history is something we’re all curious about and I’m glad I came across this video. Rest in peace President Kennedy