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Title
Edward R. Murrow, Speech, Education in the World Today, [17 May 1962?]
Digital Identifier
USIAAU-020
Date(s) of Materials
17 May 1962
Description
Sound recording of a speech called "Education in the World Today" delivered by Director of the United States Information Agency (USIA) Edward R. Murrow, possibly on May 17, 1962 (the date is uncertain). An unidentified speaker summarizes Director Murrow's experience in the field of education and then introduces Director Murrow. Director Murrow describes the USIA's involvement in education abroad, mentioning resources available at USIA libraries, "bi-national centers" established to promote ties between host countries and the United States, English language lessons, and the distribution of books and other educational resources. Director Murrow also mentions ideological resources distributed abroad by the communist Soviet Union and the nature of cold war challenges. Accession MR-1972-096-020.
Copyright Status
Public Domain
Extent / Physical Description
1 audio tape/reel (1/4 inch; mono; 32 minutes)
Series
Series 1. Director Edward R. Murrow Recordings, 1961-1965.
Preferred Citation
United States Information Agency Audio Recordings Collection. Director Edward R. Murrow Recordings, 1961-1965. Edward R. Murrow, Speech, Education in the World Today, [17 May 1962?]
Organization(s)
Place(s)
Contributor(s)
Archival Creator(s)
United States Information Agency
Media Type
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