October 1962 page 10

October 1962 page 10 by ric gustafson

The Cabinet Room was filled with men President Kennedy trusted. The President stared at General Carter. " Tell us what's going on?".

The General passed out photographs to everyone in the room. " These photographs were taken October 14 from a U-2 flight".

The President looked at the photograph. " General, what does this photograph show?".

" This photograph shows a Soviet missile launching site near San Cristobal".

Bobby held up the photograph. " General, can you be more specific?".

" Sure". The General's voice hesitated. " The vehicles you see are carrying fuel".

" Continue General".

" What you see sheltered upon trailers are missiles".

President Kennedy frowned. " How long are they General?".

" Eighty feet long".

" General, do you think these missiles have nuclear warheads?".

" Not from this photo Mr President". The General's voice hesitated. " The length tells me they are medium range ballistic missiles".

" General, we will monitor those bases with U-2 flights". President Kennedy smiled. " Thank you General".

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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric