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Jack Newfield discusses his book "Robert Kennedy: A Memoir"

BROADCAST: Oct. 31, 1978 | DURATION: 00:47:26

Synopsis

According to Jack Newfield's book, "Robert Kennedy: A Memoir," Robert Kennedy spent a good part of his first 38 years of life in service to his brother. Robert was JFK's campaign manager, advisor, and Attorney General. Objectivity and seeking the truth as a journalist is also discussed in the interview.

Details

Broadcast Date
Oct. 31, 1978

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 55 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
47 minutes, 26 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Journalism & Broadcasting American History & Politics

People

Journalists Authors, Writers

Tags

Radio programs. Newfield, Jack--Interviews Journalists--United States--20th century--Interviews Biographers--United States--20th century--Interviews Audiotapes. Newfield, Jack,-- interviewee Kennedy, John F. (John Fitzgerald), 1917-1963 King, Martin Luther, Jr., 1929-1968 Vietnam War, 1961-1975

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