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Book

12 great moments that changed radio history

Call Number

  • J 791.44 SMIB (CEN)

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Publication Information

Mankato, MN : 12-Story Library, [2015]

Physical Description

32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm

Summary

Brief two-page discussions of twelve of the most important events in the history of broadcast radio.

Contents

  • The first radio message crosses the Atlantic
  • Radio telegraphy saves lives
  • Radio spreads sporting events news
  • Commercial radio begins regular programming
  • Advertising changes how radio is funded
  • FDR uses radio to calm a nation
  • Radio brings disaster into our living rooms
  • The War of the Worlds panics America
  • Edward R. Murrow brings World War II home
  • Rock and Roll finds a home on the radio
  • FM radio plays album rock
  • Satellites make radio available anywhere.

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