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American Leaders Speak: Recordings from World War I and the 1920 Election, 1918-1920

Vinyl recording of President Wilson.

[Detail] Vinyl recording of President Wilson.   About this image

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Collection Overview

American Leaders Speak: Recordings from World War I and the 1920 Election contains fifty-nine sound recordings of speeches by American leaders. The speeches focus on issues and events surrounding World War I and the presidential election of 1920. Recordings include the seldom heard voices of Calvin Coolidge, John D. Rockefeller, Jr., Samuel Gompers, and others.

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Special Features

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  • From War to Normalcy: An Introduction to the American Leaders Speak Collection

Historical Eras

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  • Emergence of Modern America, 1890-1930

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Last Updated: 01/12/2010

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