Washburn, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) – Clint Hill, the heroic Secret Service agent known for his actions during President John F. Kennedy’s assassination, has passed away at the age of 93.
Born and raised in Washburn, North Dakota, Hill went on to serve five U.S. presidents during his distinguished career in the United States Secret Service. However, he is most widely recognized for his bravery on November 22, 1963, when he jumped onto JFK’s limousine in a desperate attempt to protect the president and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy as gunfire erupted in Dallas, Texas.
A Legacy of Service & Sacrifice
Honored with North Dakota’s Rough Rider Award in 2018 Awarded multiple Secret Service honors for his actions during JFK’s assassination Authored several books reflecting on his experience in the Secret Service Publicly expressed deep sorrow over Kennedy’s death, blaming himself for not reacting sooner
North Dakota Mourns a Hero
Following his passing, North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong released a heartfelt statement, saying:
“Clint Hill embodied the qualities of courage, service, and sacrifice. His loyalty to his country and his devotion to his solemn duty to protect the president continues to inspire us to this day. North Dakota has lost a legendary native son.”
Hill’s unwavering dedication to duty and his place in American history will never be forgotten.
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I’m Chris Harper, reporting for TRF News