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Abraham Zapruder was a Ukrainian-born businessman whose actions inadvertently captured one of the most pivotal moments in American history�the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. While he was a modest man, Zapruder's film became an invaluable historical document. His quick thinking and courage in recording that tragic moment made him an unsung hero, reminding us of the profound impact that ordinary people can have on history. His story teaches us to remain vigilant and embrace opportunities, even in the most unexpected circumstances.
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"Then I heard another shot which hit him right in the head, over here, and his head practically opened up and a lot of blood and many more things came out."

Blood, Right
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"Yes, sir, a patrol car came and took me down to a station where they were trying to develop films, but they hadn't got the facilities to develop colored film."

Car, Film, Trying
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"I got off the abutment and walked towards my office."

Office,
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"He leaned about the same way in falling towards Jacqueline, forward, down towards the bottom of the car."

Car,
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"Yes, sir, I was in the processing room watching them actually process the film."

Film,
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