MY SIXTH BOOK "THE PLOT TO KILL PRESIDENT KENNEDY IN CHICAGO" 2024

MY SIXTH BOOK "THE PLOT TO KILL PRESIDENT KENNEDY IN CHICAGO" 2024
MY SIXTH BOOK "THE PLOT TO KILL PRESIDENT KENNEDY IN CHICAGO" 2024

JFK ASSASSINATION SECRET SERVICE DOCUMENTARY

MAJOR SECRET SERVICE RELATED BOOKS/DVDs/BLU RAYS I AM REFERENCED IN

MAJOR SECRET SERVICE RELATED BOOKS/DVDs/BLU RAYS I AM REFERENCED IN
Zero Fail (quotes from my fourth book), The updated version of The Secret Service-The Hidden History of an Enigmatic Agency (several pages), The Secrets of the Secret Service (the former agent quotes from my third book), The Kennedy Detail (the former agent refers to me on a few pages- he wrote his book as a reaction to my research), Guardians of Democracy (the former agent refers to this blog), Within Arm’s Length (the former agent has my blurb on the cover), C-SPAN November 2010 DVD with former agents Gerald Blaine and Clint Hill (they show a You Tube video of me and discuss my research), C-SPAN May 2012 DVD with former agent Clint Hill (he discusses my letter about his first book), the original edition of The Secret Service-The Hidden History of an Enigmatic Agency (several pages), My History Channel appearance on The Men Who Killed Kennedy (DVD), My NEWSMAX TV appearance on The Men Who Killed Kennedy (2019-2020), The Final Report of the Assassinations Records Review Board (images of the excerpt about my Secret Service interviews donation, President Clinton receiving the report, and an image of the cover), Last Word (several pages and my blurb on the cover of the paperback), A Coup in Camelot DVD/ Blu Ray, They Killed Our President (16 pages refer to my work), an image of myself on C-SPAN, A Coup in Camelot via Amazon Prime television, The Man Behind the Suit DVD (I am Associate Producer on this documentary about former agent Robert DeProspero), JFK REVISITED: THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS (I am credited at the end), Vanity Fair article 10/17/14 (refers to my first book a couple times), JFK: The Final Hours DVD (program credits-in background slightly above), Murder in Dealey Plaza (I have two chapters), The Kennedy Half Century (refers to this blog), Coinage Magazine February 2010 (several quotes from myself), Publishers Weekly 8/28/2000 (refers to my contribution to Murder in Dealey Plaza, above), JFK: DESTINY BETRAYED (thanked at the end of all four episodes), and 2 images from THE ASSASSINATION OF JFK SBS UK DOCUMENTARY 2021

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Saturday, May 10, 2014

Secret Service agent in iconic LBJ photos, Lem johns, dies


Secret service agent in iconic LBJ photos, Lem Johns, dies


http://bigstory.ap.org/article/secret-service-agent-iconic-lbj-photos-dies


Johns' son, Jeff, and grandson Mike also have served in the Secret Service

http://www.amazon.com/Lem-Johns-Secret-Service-Man/dp/B00BNL5CMG/ref=pd_rhf_dp_p_d_1

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful


5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding and informative! May 21, 2013


Format:DVD

I was quite impressed with this movie/ dvd- great use of films and photos, many of which are previously unreleased, as well as the obvious love and care put into this production. This is an informative, moving tribute to the esteemed former Secret Service agent Thomas L "Lem" Johns. In addition to lengthy, thought-provoking interviews with the man himself, we are also treated to interviews with Lem's wife of over 65 years, Nita, as well as former agents Joseph Novak and Terry Oden.

Known for his presence in Dealey Plaza on 11/22/63 when JFK was assassinated, Johns offers some surprising and interesting revelations about exactly where he thought the shots were coming from that day, as well as the notion that he was allegedly the "agent" of unknown repute on the knoll. In addition, we learn about Lem's pre-agency career as an Alcohol and Tax (later known as the ATF) agent, as well as his illustrious Secret Service career protecting Ike, Nixon, JFK, and, of course, LBJ. There is much to learn and admire in this entertaining presentation, an obvious labor of love for the producer (s).

As well as his own legacy, Lem's son Jeff served 20 years in the Secret Service and now works for the Department of Homeland Security, while Lem's grandson Michael has been in the Secret Service for over 15 years now; impressive. I spoke to Lem on the phone in 2004 and I was pleasantly surprised to learn about the living legacy he has bestowed upon the agency. There have been Johns in the Secret Service since the 1950's!

You can do no wrong in purchasing this extremely well done dvd. I am very glad I did!
Thomas Lemuel "Lem" Johns Obituary Guest Book "Nita and family, I'm so sorry for your loss!Thomas Lemuel "Lem" Johns, age 88, passed away peacefully the afternoon of Saturday, May 10, 2014. Lem was the son of Dr. Lemuel Jefferson Johns and Mattie Lucille Creel. He was born in Birmingham, Alabama and grew up in Norwood and Roebuck . Lem attended Woodlawn High School, was a member of the Woodlawn Hall of Fame and graduated in 1943. He served in World War II as an Aviation Cadet with the U.S. Naval Air Corps from 1943 to 1947. Lem attended the University of Alabama where he studied law, was a member of the Delta Chi Fraternity, and met Nita Parker, the love of his life and eventual wife. He joined the City of Birmingham and served as a firefighter until 1950, when he returned to Howard College (now Samford University) where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree. After graduating from college, he joined the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) as a criminal investigator in 1952, where he was a force to be reckoned with during the moonshine era. In 1954, Lem joined the U.S. Secret Service and served in the Birmingham, Atlanta, and Chicago offices. He served in the White House during the last two years of President Eisenhower's term and then with President Nixon. He served as the Assistant to the Special Agent in Charge on Vice President's Lyndon Johnson's detail and was in Dallas on the fateful day in history when President Kennedy was shot. He is seen in the famous photo of President Johnson being sworn in on Air Force One, directly behind Mrs. Kennedy. In 1965, Lem became Special Agent in Charge of the Presidential Protective Division, also known as the President's Detail. In 1967, he became the Assistant Director of Protective Forces where he implemented and oversaw improvements to the Secret Service. Lem was known in the Secret Service for his "get things done" mentality. In 1969, Lem moved back to Birmingham, to be near family, where he became the Special Agent in Charge of the Birmingham Field Office. Lem remained in this position until he retired in 1976. He was a legend in Secret Service lore and was followed in the Service by his son Jeff, who protected President's Ford, Carter and Reagan and now by his grandson, Michael, who has protected President's Bush and Obama. After retiring from the USSS, Lem went on to serve as the Executive Officer and Special Assistant to Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare, Joseph Califano, from 1977-1980. Lem and Nita lived in the Inverness community where he was instrumental in spearheading the formation of the Shelby Co. Salvation Army. Lem was also active in the Veterans of WWII group and the Woodlawn High School Alumni group. He has received many awards over his career, both in the Secret Service and private sector. He was a much sought after speaker for many groups in both the Jefferson County and Shelby County areas. He was active in his Veterans of WWII group and always stood proudly on their Veterans Day float in the Birmingham parade. He and Nita were active in the Woodlawn High School Alumni group and never failed to miss a luncheon. All who met Lem would describe him as a true gentleman. He treated everyone with respect and dignity no matter their race, gender, occupation or education. He was kind, caring, loving, generous, and honorable to all. He stood boldly for what is just and right with the full shield of God's grace at his side. He gave to those in need and felt that it was his privilege and honor to speak for those with no voice or resources. His sense of duty was deep, clear, and forthright. Lem is survived by his wife of 67 years, Nita Parker Johns, one son, Joseph Jefferson Johns, 3 grandchildren, Michael, Jill, and Brent, 5 great grandchildren, and a host of loving nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday, May 13 at Johns-Ridout's Elmwood Chapel from 5:30 – 7:30PM. The memorial service will be Wednesday, May 14 at 11:00AM at the Elmwood Chapel followed by burial in Elmwood Cemetery. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. Donations can be mailed to Wounded Warrior Project , P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675 or made online at woundedwarriorproject.org. - See more at: http://obits.al.com/obituaries/birmingham/obituary.aspx?n=thomas-lemuel-johns-lem&pid=170978580#sthash.jyNYU7er.dpuf

http://www.nytimes.com/2014/05/11/us/lem-johns-who-guarded-vice-president-lyndon-b-johnson-in-dallas-dies-at-88.html
His son, Jeff, was on President Ronald Reagan’s Secret Service detail, and his grandson Michael was on the detail for President George W. Bush and for President Obama until 2010.

When Mrs. Johnson died in Texas in July 2007, Mr. Johns represented President George W. Bush in paying respects as she lay in repose.

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