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State Department Information Program, Voice of America, Vol. 9: Hearings Before the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations of the Committee on ... First Session; March 13, 16, and 19, 1953 - Softcover

Committee On Government Operations

 
9781334690709: State Department Information Program, Voice of America, Vol. 9: Hearings Before the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations of the Committee on ... First Session; March 13, 16, and 19, 1953

Synopsis

This book explores the complexities of the Cold War-era Voice of America (VOA), a radio broadcasting service created to combat Soviet propaganda. The author delves into the VOA's efforts to counter communist influence, particularly in areas of the world where access to free information was limited. By examining internal documents, interviews, and firsthand accounts, the book exposes the challenges faced by the VOA in navigating political and ideological minefields while striving to maintain its credibility and impact. The author sheds light on the VOA's use of covert operations, its controversial broadcasts to countries like Czechoslovakia, and the ways in which it adapted to the changing geopolitical landscape. Ultimately, the book provides a nuanced understanding of the VOA's role in shaping the information landscape during the Cold War.

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