American History Through the Eyes of Radio
Father Coughlin: European Crisis and Czechoslovakia
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This broadcast presents a moment in American history through the lens of radio, focusing on Father Charles Coughlin and the European crisis surrounding Czechoslovakia. It offers a period perspective on events and concerns that shaped public discussion in the years before the Second World War.
Listeners hear a historical radio address centered on Coughlin’s commentary. The program’s value lies in encountering the language, arguments, and atmosphere of the era directly, rather than through a modern retelling.
The recording provides a window into how international developments were discussed for American audiences in 1939, making it of interest to listeners exploring radio history, political speech, and the public response to events in Europe.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.
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