July 4, 1941: Surrender Terms and Historical Agreements with Walter Duranty and John Gunther
Posted July 5, 2023 · 29 min
About this episode
In this patriotic July 4, 1941, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman presents a thought-provoking trivia session with guests Walter Duranty, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, and John Gunther, renowned author of Inside Europe. Joining regular panelists Franklin P. Adams and John Kieran, the team tackles questions that span surrender terms in various contexts, treaties in international diplomacy, and moments in history tied to famous Russian battles.Duranty and Gunther bring sharp insights to discussions about naval traditions, Shakespearean burials, and pivotal events like the Brest-Litovsk treaty. With humor and intellect, this episode captures the spirit of Independence Day with a focus on historical milestones and cultural touchstones. Tune in for an evening of engaging trivia and lively debates on Information Please! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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