World History Moment: Nixon Goes To China

World History Moment: Nixon Goes To China

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On February 21st, 1962 President Richard Nixon, who had made his reputation as a tough foe of Communism, made a historic trip to China. Historian John Schmidt recalls a moment in history which captured the global television audience.