Secret Service Agent Clint Hill's Lifelong Guilt Over JFK's Assassination

united states - Secret Service agent Clint Hill saved Jackie Kennedy's life but lived with guilt until his death.

Clint Hill: The Man Who Saved Jackie Kennedy

Secret Service agent Clint Hill, known for saving Jackie Kennedy's life during JFK's assassination, lived with a lifelong guilt that he couldn't prevent Kennedy's death. Hill's heroic act of jumping onto the back of the presidential limousine after the first shot was fired by Lee Harvey Oswald saved Jackie Kennedy from harm. Despite receiving the highest American award for bravery, Hill blamed himself for not acting faster, believing he missed a chance to save President Kennedy. The guilt haunted him, leading to depression and withdrawal from society. Even after retirement, Hill struggled with nightmares and addiction, finding solace only after revisiting the site of the assassination. His dedication was recognized by a bronze plaque and a street named in his honor by the US Secret Service. Hill's story serves as a reminder of the burden of responsibility and the lasting impact of historical events.