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Edited Title
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Archivist's Original Title
Enwogion
Original description
In a collection of radio broadcasts spanning various languages and historical moments, key figures such as Edward Heath, John F. Kennedy, and Margaret Rutherford are featured in interviews and speeches. The recording also includes significant events such as the recovery of the Mercury-Atlas 6 spacecraft and addresses by world leaders like Charles de Gaulle and U Thant. The diverse range of content provides a valuable insight into political and cultural milestones throughout history.
Recording date of the original material
1930-01-01
Broadcast Date
1930-01-01
Resource Language
English
Performer/Speaker
Archivist Category
Spoken voice
Recording context
Radio Programme
Collection source citation
Holding Institution of Original Materials
Licensing Institution
Original item number
08CX1269
SEAH Identifier
BBC00134
Other Identifier
c208a930-2ea9-7bfb-e040-a8c004093871
Broadcast Topic
Culture | Politics
Description
Welsh, English & French language. Snippets of miscellaneous radio broadcasts including speeches and interviews with famous figures, which mark important moments in history.\r> \n\nCOLLECTION OF RADIO BROADCASTS, MAINLY SPEECHES & INTERVIEWS WITH FAMOUS FIGURES INCLUDING: INTVS: Edward HEATH (prime minister, 1970-1974) on his hopes of taking Britain into the European Economic Community (1:04-2:30), John F. KENNEDY (American President) on the problems he will face trying to get his education bill passed (16:30-18:43), Margaret RUTHERFORD (actress) on her career & breakdown (20:11-23:28), Enoch POWELL (politician) on his early life (23:38-27:12), Cledwyn HUGHES (politician) on the reorganisation of local government (33:27-34:44), Glyn SIMON (Archbishop of Llandaff, Cardiff) on his election as archbishop & what the role will bring (38:32-40:57), Geraint Llewellyn EVANS (opera singer) on his career (47:24-50:37),
LISC10676126\n\nINTVS: James GRIFFITHS (Secretary of State for Wales) on his work (52:46-55:11), Ian SMITH (Prime Minister of Southern Rhodesia) responding to views that he is an extremist (56:00-58:00), President John F Kennedy on President Sukarno (president of Indonesia) & the conflict between Indonesia & Malaysia (58:08-1:00:08), Indira GANDHI (Prime Minister of India) on the political stability of India (1:00:18- 1:02:54), George THOMAS (Secretary of State for Wales) on not being a fluent Welsh speaker & his priorities for Wales (1:05:06-1:08:03). SPEECHES: Charles DE GAULLE (French President) on Britain entering the European Economic Community (0:01-1:00),
LISC10676373\n\nSPEECHES: Lyndon Baines JOHNSON (American President) following the assassination of John F. KENNEDY (American President) (3:05-4:00), U THANT (United Nations) on the Cuban missile crisis in 1962 (9:54-11:26), Yakubu GOWON (Head of State for Nigeria) on reasons for war against the Republic of Biafra, Nigeria (41:04-42:52), Gwynfor EVANS (politician) on the future of Wales (45:48-47:19), U THANT (United Nations) on the reconvening of the Geneva Conference (51:42-52:34). OTHER BROADCASTS: Mercury-Atlas 6 ("Friendship 7") spacecraft being recovered from the Alantic Ocean by the USS Noa ("Steelhead") warship (18:47-20:08). \t
LISC10678521\n\n Rewind Asset ID: 603601f7748d8fc68c9ab8fb
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| Title | Alternate label | Class |
|---|---|---|
 Charles De Gaulle |
Person | |
 Edward Heath |
Person | |
 Enoch Powell |
Person | |
 Geraint Llewellyn Evans |
Person | |
| Glyn Simon | Person | |
 Gwynfor Evans |
Person | |
 Ian Smith |
Person | |
 Indira Gandhi |
Person | |
 John F. Kennedy |
Person | |
 Lyndon Johnson |
Person | |
 Margaret Rutherford |
Person | |
 U Thant |
Person | |
 Yakubu Gowon |
Person |