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America Welcomes President Ayub (1961)
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In July 1961, President Mohammad Ayub Khan of Pakistan, accompanied by his daughter Begum Nasir Akhtar Aurangzeb, paid a state visit to the United States. This film, produced by the United States Information Service, recounts the events of President Ayub's trip. Highlights include a state dinner at Mt. Vernon, a visit to the Islamic Center of Washington, and a ticker tape parade in New York City. President Ayub's visit also included a trip to San Antonio where he toured and laid a wreath at The Alamo, followed by a barbecue at Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson's ranch in Stonewall.
Claudia Alta "Lady Bird" Taylor was born in Karnack, Texas on December 22, 1912. Lady Bird, the nickname given by nursemaid Alice Tittle, attended high school in Marshall and junior college at Dallas' St. Mary's Episcopal College for Women. In 1933 through 1934, she received a Bachelor of Arts in history and a Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Texas at Austin.
Mutual friends introduced Lady Bird to congressional aide and rising political star, Lyndon Baines Johnson. LBJ proposed on the couple's first date and the two were married a month later on November 17, 1934. Lady Bird financed her husband's first congressional campaign for Austin's Tenth District using a portion of her maternal inheritance. During World War II, Lady Bird ran the congressional office while LBJ served in the US Navy. In 1943, Lady Bird purchased Austin Radio station KTBC. The station proved an integral part of the LBJ Holding Company and became the main source of the Johnson family's fortune.
LBJ's political career gained momentum in the post war years, and in 1960, he became Vice President to John F. Kennedy. Lyndon Johnson was sworn in as Commander and Chief aboard Air Force One following President Kennedy's assassination on November 22, 1963. As first lady, Lady Bird initiated the Society for a More Beautiful National Capitol and worked with the American Association of Nurserymen to promote the planting of wildflowers along highways. In 1964, the first lady traveled through eight southern states aboard her train, "The Lady Bird Special," to foster support for LBJ's presidential re-election and the Civil Rights Act. She was influential in promoting the Highway Beautification Act of 1965, referred to as "Lady Bird's Bill," and the Head Start program .
Following the death of LBJ in 1973, Lady Bird turned her attention to Austin. The Town Lake Beautification Project transformed Austin's downtown lake, renamed Lady Bird Lake in 2007, into a useable recreation area. On December 22, 1982, Lady Bird and Helen Hays founded the National Wildflower Research Center outside of Austin. The Wildflower Center was established to increase awareness and research for North American flora. During her lifetime, the former first lady received the highest civilian award, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, in 1977 and the Congressional Gold Medal in 1988. Lady Bird died of natural causes on July 11, 2007, survived by two daughters, seven grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren.
Purchased from a family member in 1951 while Lyndon B. Johnson served in the U.S. Senate, "the ranch," located in Gillespie County in the Texas Hill Country was the Johnsons' family home. The LBJ Ranch made its debut to the American public during Johnson's vice presidency (1961 - 1963) when it was used to host state visits of foreign dignitaries, high-ranking Washington politicians, and campaign functions. As President (1963 – 1969), Johnson conducted official business at the ranch, including state visits and lawn chair staff meetings, earning it the name, the Texas White House. On December 2, 1969, the ranch, along with Johnson City and Johnson's birthplace, was authorized as Lyndon B. Johnson National Historic Site, and became a United States National Historic Park on December 28, 1980. Both President and Lady Bird Johnson are buried in the family cemetery within the National Historic Park.
Ali
2017-01-09 23:50:47
It makes me laugh, when people make their judgment, without keeping in mind the facts, which proved correct over the course of time. Liaqat Ali was the first one , who chose 1n 1951 to visit USA and not the Russia. Furthermore, though dictator Ayub khan was a true patriot and man of vision, During his era not only Army was strengthen , industrial revolution was launched and above all laid down the foundation of new city Islamabad. I can go. By creating one unit he had created balance in both wings, and you know the results after deviating from it. You are admiring ZAB, who was the real culprit and hypocrite,destroyed the relations with USA whereas after 50 years peoples are still dying for roti Kapra aur Makan.
Ali
2017-01-09 23:50:47
It makes me laugh, when people make their judgment, without keeping in mind the facts, which proved correct over the course of time. Liaqat Ali was the first one , who chose 1n 1951 to visit USA and not the Russia. Furthermore, though dictator Ayub khan was a true patriot and man of vision, During his era not only Army was strengthen , industrial revolution was launched and above all laid down the foundation of new city Islamabad. I can go. By creating one unit he had created balance in both wings, and you know the results after deviating from it. You are admiring ZAB, who was the real culprit and hypocrite,destroyed the relations with USA whereas after 50 years peoples are still dying for roti Kapra aur Makan.
SMHasnain
2015-07-02 05:47:07
The man who destroyed the fabric of the democracy by declaring west wing as one unit and east wing as one unit, laid foundation for the family politics and military take over.
SMHasnain
2015-07-02 05:47:07
The man who destroyed the fabric of the democracy by declaring west wing as one unit and east wing as one unit, laid foundation for the family politics and military take over.
Iftikhar Hashim
2015-04-17 21:39:31
The only person in the world who had the guts to pat LBJ, VP of USA on the cheek!
Iftikhar Hashim
2015-04-17 21:39:31
The only person in the world who had the guts to pat LBJ, VP of USA on the cheek!
Mohammad Shoaib
2014-11-24 21:05:45
Sorry my friends I have a different opinion. I see this visit as celebrations of a great victory of America over this region. India had clearly opted Russia and if Pakistan had gone on the same track (which was the right one and avoided all the wars we fought and both countries would have progressed) America would have lost its influence in the region. Our true leaders like Liaqat Ali Khan would also have gone with Russia in the backdrop Israel coming into being by illegally occupying Palestine. It is this moment when we lost our freedom and became slaves to another Western Power. And till today we are paying high price for it. Only Z.A. Bhutto went against it and he also paid its price by his life. I wish we had not taken anything from America. They give less and take more... much more. Shoaib
Mohammad Shoaib
2014-11-24 21:05:45
Sorry my friends I have a different opinion. I see this visit as celebrations of a great victory of America over this region. India had clearly opted Russia and if Pakistan had gone on the same track (which was the right one and avoided all the wars we fought and both countries would have progressed) America would have lost its influence in the region. Our true leaders like Liaqat Ali Khan would also have gone with Russia in the backdrop Israel coming into being by illegally occupying Palestine. It is this moment when we lost our freedom and became slaves to another Western Power. And till today we are paying high price for it. Only Z.A. Bhutto went against it and he also paid its price by his life. I wish we had not taken anything from America. They give less and take more... much more. Shoaib
Zeb Khan
2014-08-11 20:12:35
What America got in return, 'Boot Lickers' of Pakistan Army!!!!!!!!!!Zeb
Zeb Khan
2014-08-11 20:12:35
What America got in return, 'Boot Lickers' of Pakistan Army!!!!!!!!!!Zeb
khalid Awan
2014-05-14 06:33:27
Ayub Was Ayub Khan, he lives in our heart,
khalid Awan
2014-05-14 06:33:27
Ayub Was Ayub Khan, he lives in our heart,
bobi pasha
2014-03-17 06:46:26
A man of noble commitment.with a .sincerity of purpose..and unflinchingconviction & belief in P A K I S T A N.Hats off to a true musalman,a honest Pakistani,may he rest in peace,may Allah shower him with his choicest blessings.Amen
bobi pasha
2014-03-17 06:46:26
A man of noble commitment.with a .sincerity of purpose..and unflinchingconviction & belief in P A K I S T A N.Hats off to a true musalman,a honest Pakistani,may he rest in peace,may Allah shower him with his choicest blessings.Amen
Salim Hamid
2013-11-19 00:10:24
Ayub Khan, he tried his level best to bring Pakistan in the right place of the world. I remember, it was my school era when I witnessed great positive changes in Pakistan.
Salim Hamid
2013-11-19 00:10:24
Ayub Khan, he tried his level best to bring Pakistan in the right place of the world. I remember, it was my school era when I witnessed great positive changes in Pakistan.
Shuaib
2013-10-28 13:08:58
You might enjoy this.
Shuaib
2013-10-28 13:08:58
You might enjoy this.
Stephen Carrig
2013-10-28 04:23:29
Pakistan is, of course, still held in high regard by Americans in the know who have lived and worked there over the years. Many of us were so impressed by the creativity and dedication of the Pakistani people that we have maintained regular and beneficial contact with our steadfast colleagues and friends there. And this, of course, despite the silliness in which EACH of our governments now and then has engaged!
Stephen Carrig
2013-10-28 04:23:29
Pakistan is, of course, still held in high regard by Americans in the know who have lived and worked there over the years. Many of us were so impressed by the creativity and dedication of the Pakistani people that we have maintained regular and beneficial contact with our steadfast colleagues and friends there. And this, of course, despite the silliness in which EACH of our governments now and then has engaged!
Shahab Ahmed
2013-10-27 11:40:15
3 great personalities together : JFK at his last breath to first Lady Jackqueline 'Darling, I forget to <bow my head>' Aiyub Khan a rarely born person in Sub-continental Army : In his tenure Pakistan became a roll-model to Malaysia , Korea &amp; Singapore ,,, Dr.Mohatir Mohammad is his true-ancestor but we failed to receive his philosophy successfully.Sincerely Shahab
Shahab Ahmed
2013-10-27 11:40:15
3 great personalities together : JFK at his last breath to first Lady Jackqueline 'Darling, I forget to <bow my head>' Aiyub Khan a rarely born person in Sub-continental Army : In his tenure Pakistan became a roll-model to Malaysia , Korea &amp; Singapore ,,, Dr.Mohatir Mohammad is his true-ancestor but we failed to receive his philosophy successfully.Sincerely Shahab
Iftikhar Ahmed Khan Tareen
2013-10-24 20:20:28
We Proud as a pakistani please think now where we are
Iftikhar Ahmed Khan Tareen
2013-10-24 20:20:28
We Proud as a pakistani please think now where we are
Jude John Soares
2013-09-19 10:30:13
Reminiscence of the days when we could hold up our heads ans say 'I AM A PAKISTANI'
Jude John Soares
2013-09-19 10:30:13
Reminiscence of the days when we could hold up our heads ans say 'I AM A PAKISTANI'
TAB
2013-06-03 21:06:47
as a Pakistani I feels proud but sad as well, May Allah gives us back our Proud &amp; Honour as a Pakistani
TAB
2013-06-03 21:06:47
as a Pakistani I feels proud but sad as well, May Allah gives us back our Proud &amp; Honour as a Pakistani
Robin Panjwaneey
2013-03-19 10:02:59
LOVED THIS DOCUMENTARY FROM THE ARCHIEVES.Robin
Robin Panjwaneey
2013-03-19 10:02:59
LOVED THIS DOCUMENTARY FROM THE ARCHIEVES.Robin
SYED YOUSUF ALI SHAH
2013-03-17 13:17:14
GREAT MAN AYUB KHAN GIVE HONOUR TO PAKISTAN GOD BLESS UPON AND OUR RESPECTABL MAM LATE NASIM BIBI
SYED YOUSUF ALI SHAH
2013-03-17 13:17:14
GREAT MAN AYUB KHAN GIVE HONOUR TO PAKISTAN GOD BLESS UPON AND OUR RESPECTABL MAM LATE NASIM BIBI
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