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Lincoln Continental Presidential Limousine Customization, Extensive Chassis Changes, 1961624 viewsThe Hess & Eisenhardt Company of Cincinnati, Ohio, transformed a stock 1961 Lincoln Continental convertible into the presidential limousine. The firm stretched the car by 3 1/2 feet, added steps for Secret Service agents, and installed a siren, flashing lights, and other special accessories. The customization took approximately six months and the car arrived at the White House in June 1961.
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President Lyndon B. Johnson and Lady Bird Johnson in Presidential Limousine, 1964789 viewsPresident Lyndon B. and Lady Bird Johnson sit in the 1964 presidential limousine. This is the same 1961 Lincoln Continental that President John F. Kennedy was riding in when he was assassinated in November 1963, but with major modifications. Kennedy's convertible received a permanent roof, bullet-proof glass, and armor-plating. It remained part of the White House fleet until early 1977.
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Lincoln Continental Presidential Limousine Customization, Adjustable Hydraulic Seat, 1961539 viewsThe Hess & Eisenhardt Company of Cincinnati, Ohio, transformed a stock 1961 Lincoln Continental convertible into the presidential limousine. Among the unique modifications was a hydraulic lift installed on the rear seat. At the touch of a button, the president could raise the seat 10 1/2 inches to make himself and his passengers more visible to crowds watching the limousine pass.
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Darryl Heikes photo1571 viewsOriginal 35mm black and white negative taken by Dallas Times Herald and United Press International newspaper photographer Darryl Heikes showing the presidential motorcade turning from Harwood street onto Main street in downtown Dallas. Secret Service Agent Clint Hill, assigned to Jacqueline Kennedy, occasionally rode on the rear bumper of the president's car, as seen in this image, when the crowds grew heavy.
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Limo ( Brain Matter / flesh )2184 views
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1961 Lincoln Continental Presidential Limousine Air Conditioning Unit after "Quick Fix," 1964651 viewsAfter President John F. Kennedy's assassination on November 22, 1963, the Hess & Eisenhardt Company of Cincinnati, Ohio, rebuilt the 1961 Lincoln Continental Presidential Limousine into an armored car. The car's permanent top, fitted with several large bullet-resistant windows, caused the interior to get quite warm. An auxiliary air conditioning unit, installed in the trunk, helped keep temperatures comfortable.
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1961 Lincoln Continental Presidential Limousine after "Quick Fix," 1964699 viewsAfter President John F. Kennedy's assassination on November 22, 1963, the Hess & Eisenhardt Company of Cincinnati, Ohio, rebuilt the 1961 Lincoln Continental Presidential Limousine into an armored car. The most prominent change was a permanent top fitted with bullet resistant windows around the sides and in the roof. The rooftop windows could be covered with a black vinyl top.
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Clint Hill on the back of limo2694 views
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Clint Hill on the back of limo2598 views
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Lincoln Continental Presidential Limousine Customization, Side Panel Grab Handles, 1961648 viewsThe Hess & Eisenhardt Company of Cincinnati, Ohio, transformed a stock 1961 Lincoln Continental convertible into the presidential limousine. The firm stretched the car by 3 1/2 feet, added steps for Secret Service agents, and installed a siren, flashing lights, and other special accessories. The customization took approximately six months and the car arrived at the White House in June 1961.
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Photographer: Jim Walker Credit 6th floor museum775 viewsBlack and white photograph of Vice President Lyndon Johnson's car in the Dallas motorcade. The white car, several car lengths behind the president's limousine, is driven by Hurchel Jacks of the Texas Highway Patrol; Secret Service agent Rufus Youngblood sits in the front passenger seat. In the backseat Senator Ralph Yarborough waves to the crowd along with Vice President and Mrs. Johnson, who are turned away from the photographer.
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