The most recent programs for the Germany Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=1079 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Sat, 18 May 2013 05:50:36 GMT Pulitzer Prize-winning author Anne Applebaum talked about her book, [Iron Curtain: The Crushing of Eastern Europe, 1944-1956]. She used newly opened archives and conducted interviews to examine the effects of communist totalitarianism on East Germany, Poland, and Hungary from the end of World War II to the 1956 uprisings following Stalin's death. She explained how the Soviets created institutions such as the secret police to undermine civil society and increase party control and used propaganda to shape popular opinion and reinforce communist ideology. She contrasted this with the frustration that communist leaders expressed behind closed doors when their economic and societal reforms did not achieve expected results. She also shared her own experiences in the region. She lives in London and Warsaw. Video clips included Churchill's "iron curtain" speech, the fall of the Berlin Wall, the "Song of the Party," and her husband, Radek Sikorski, the current foreign minister of Poland. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309623-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309623-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Thomas Boghardt, author of [The Zimmermann Telegram: Intelligence, Diplomacy, and America's Entry into World War One], explained why Germany sent the telegram to Mexico; how it was intercepted by the British; and how its discovery influenced American public opinion. The coded telegram, dispatched by Foreign Secretary Arthur Zimmermann to the German ambassador in Mexico in anticipation of further unrestricted submarine warfare, instructed Ambassador Eckardt that if the U.S. appeared likely to enter the war, he was to approach the Mexican government with a proposal for a military alliance. Mexico was promised territories in Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona. Eckardt was also instructed to urge Mexico to help broker an alliance between Germany and the Japanese Empire. News of the correspondence was made public after British intelligence intercepted the communication. The National Archives in Washington DC hosted this event. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308861-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308861-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Chancellor Merkel and Prime Minister Harper held a joint news conference during the chancellor's state visit to Canada. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307617-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307617-2 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT During official arrival ceremonies, Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper welcomed German Chancellor Angela Merkel to Parliament Hill. The commemoration included playing both countries' national anthems and review of the troops. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307617-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307617-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Andrew Nagorski spoke about his historical narrative [Hitlerland: American Eyewitnesses to the Nazi Rise to Power] which told stories of American journalists and diplomats who were in Berlin prior to Adolf Hitler taking power. He focused on how individuals viewed Hitler and his rise throughout the 1930's and how these Americans helped point out the ruthless nature of Nazi Germany as the regime eliminated political opponents and instilled in the public a hatred of Jews. He also talked about broadcasters as they interviewed Hitler and were allowed to report on their early impressions, as well as social life in Berlin, and the power of the U.S. press corps in Berlin in the 1930s. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307274-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307274-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mio Soric talked about Deutsche Welle's (Germany) news network in the United States, and he responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Topics included the types of stories the network covers, differences between German and American coverage of subjects such as global climate change, and the role of the U.S. in creating Deutsche Welle. A clip was shown of Deutsche Welle coverage of reactions to the Supreme Court health care law decision. This was the second of a five-day "Washington Journal" series on foreign news operations in the United States. The program identification numbers for the other parts are 306872-5 (Al Jazeera English), 306915-6 (Voice of America), 306916-5 (China Central Television), and 306934-5 (BBC America). http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306901-6 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306901-6 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Next on American History TV, author Andrew Nagorski discusses his book, [Hitlerland: American Eyewitnesses to the Nazi Rise to Power]. This book highlights American life in Germany during the emergence of the Third Reich as seen through the eyes of diplomats, expats, athletes and military personnel. This event in New York City was co-hosted by the Leo Baeck Institute and the American Council on Germany. It's about an hour and 10 minutes. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306076-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306076-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT German citizens asked Chancellor Angela Merkel questions on the country's economy, national security. and national identity. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304671-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304671-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Defense Secretary Leon Panetta and German Defense Minister Thomas de Maiziere discussed U.S.-Germany relations regarding operations in Afghanistan and U.S. troop presence in Germany. They also answered reporters' questions concerning al-Qaida's presence in Syria and the Iranian nuclear program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304470-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304470-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT German Chancellor Angela Merkel talked about the lessons learned following the global financial crisis and the importance of maintaining a united front in the eurozone. She also spoke about French and German plans to solve the euro crisis. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303906-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303906-2 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and German German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle spoke to reporters following a meeting. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303805-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303805-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Berlin Airlift of 1948-49 involved more than 250,000 flights carrying food and supplies into West Berlin, after the Soviet Union cut off road and rail corridors on June 24, 1948. The Airlift officially ended on September 30, 1949, after the Soviets re-established surface traffic. This 1949 film produced by the British government details the British and American joint operation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301458-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301458-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT A film summarizes Adolph Hitler's plan for world conquest and Germany's preparations in pursuit of this end. On September 1st, 1939, Germany invaded Poland. It proved to be the act of aggression that touched off World War II in Europe. The film includes video clips of remarks by then British Prime Ministers Neville Chamberlain and Winston Churchill. The film titled [The Nazis Strike] was Chapter II of Frank Capra's [Why We Fight] series, produced in 1943 by the War Department Special Service Division, S.O.S, with the cooperation of the Signal Corps. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301031-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301031-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Nathan Huegen talked about the 1936 Olympics, which were held in Berlin during the rule of the Nazis. He examined how Adolf Hitler used the games to try to spread his influence and impose his will. Mr. Huegen also looked at how the international community reacted to the 1936 games. He showed numerous slides during his presentation and then responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300785-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300785-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Participants marked the 50th anniversary of the erection of the Berlin Wall and honored those who had lost their lives trying to cross the wall in search of more freedom. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301050-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301050-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT This 1962 newsreel from Hearst Metrotone News showed the situation before the construction of the Berlin Wall in August 1961 and the changes in the year following. Scenes showed families attempting to communicate across the wall and many successful and unsuccessful escape attempts, including 18-year-old Peter Fechter, who was shot and left to die beside the wall on August 17, 1962. Scenes were also shown of the August 13, 1962, commemoration in West Berlin of the first anniversary of the wall. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300753-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300753-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT On the 50th anniversary of the start of the construction of the Berlin Wall, Angela Stent talked about the historical, cultural, geopolitical and economic impact of a divided Germany. The wall was 27 miles of concrete and barbed wire that divided the country of Germany. She also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Hope Harrison talked by telephone from Germany about lessons learned from the Berlin Wall. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301043-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301043-5 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Scenes were shown of West Berlin on the first anniversary of the construction of the Berlin Wall in August 1961. Scenes shown included the ringing of a freedom bell; checkpoints; U.S. Army patrols in jeep; and West Berlin Mayour Willy Brandt leading a memorial service on August 13, 1962. This is part of a Universal Newsreel from August 18, 1962. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300754-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300754-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Erik Larson is the author of a new historical narrative detailing with the life of William E. Dodd when he became the first U.S. ambassador to Adolf Hitler's Germany in Berlin during 1933. The story follows Dodd and his family, including daughter Martha, as they interact with Joseph Goebbels, Hermann Goering and other top level members of the Third Reich during the years leading up to World War II. The book chronicles Martha's relationships with various authors including Carl Sandburg and Thomas Wolfe, as well as high-ranking Germans. It also tells the story of Ambassador Dodd's growing frustration with America's lack of action against the Third Reich. Erik Larson has authored three [New York Time]s bestsellers, including [The Devil in the White City], and [Isaac's Storm]. Mr. Larson was a staff writer for the [Wall Street Journal], and a contributing writer for [Time] Magazine. He has written articles for the [Atlantic], [Harper's], the [New Yorker], and other publications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300399-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300399-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT German Chancellor Angela Merkel and other party leaders spoke about Germany's energy policy and the recent decision to abandon nuclear power. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300059-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300059-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Erik Larson recounts the tenure of the first American ambassador to Hitler's Germany, William Dodd. The former college professor and his family arrived in Germany in 1933 and became friendly with many members of Hitler's SS. The ambassador soon began to see Berlin change and became aware of Jewish persecution. Mr. Larson reports that Ambassador Dodd sent the State Department concerned reports, which were received with indifference as greater violence arose in Berlin and throughout Germany. Erik Larson also responded to questions from members of the audience and called on his daughter to answer one question. This event was in the Cindy Pritzker Auditorium of the Chicago Public Library's Harold Washington Library Center. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299897-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299897-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Obama and Chancellor Angela Merkel offered the official toasts at a state dinner honoring the Germany leader. At the dinner Chancellor Merkel was presented with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299909-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299909-4 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Reagan spoke at the Brandenburg Gate of the Berlin Wall about the state of relations between East and West Europe, calling on Soviet President Gorbachev to tear down the wall. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/110723-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/110723-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT C-SPAN coverage of the State Dinner for German Chancellor Angela Merkel included a discussion of Chancellor Merkel's visit with Charles Kupchan. He focused on U.S.-Germany relations, the European debt crisis, NATO operations in Libya and tensions throughout the Middle East. He also responded to viewers calls and electronic communications. Throughout the program various scenes of the official visit, as well as the evening's dinner toasts were shown. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299903-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299903-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT During her official visit to the U.S., German Chancellor Angela Merkel and President Obama spoke to reporters at a joint news conference. Among the topics they addressed were the state of the global economy, trade relations, the European debt crisis, Middle East peace negotiations, and democratic movements in North Africa and the Middle East. Translation into English was performed by voiceover translation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299909-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299909-2 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Guests at the State Dinner in honor of Germany Chancellor Angela Merkel were shown arriving at the White House. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299909-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299909-3 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT During official arrival ceremonies on the South Lawn, President Obama welcomed German Chancellor Angela Merkel to the White House. Ceremonies included a review of the troops, playing of national anthems, a 19-gun salute, and brief remarks by both leaders about the U.S.-Germany relationship. Afterward, President Obama and Chancellor Merkel greeted school children and other public attendees. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299909-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299909-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Manuel Roig-Franzia previewed Germany Chancellor Angela Merkel's visit to the White House. The events later in the day include a joint news conference with President Obama and a state dinner. Mr. Roig-Franzia explained that according to protocol, the dinner is an official dinner rather than a state dinner because the chancellor is the leader of Germany rather than the country's head of state. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299908-7 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299908-7 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT German Chancellor Angela Merkel spoke in the Bundestag about her decision to close several nuclear power plants. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298681-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298681-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT German Chancellor Angela Merkel talked about the future of the euro zone at the World Economic Forum. She added that she firmly stands behind the strength of the euro, but warned that more regulation and transparency within the financial system would be required to rebuild the European economy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297746-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297746-2 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Three Germany-based reporters discussed the country's immigration policy on Deutsche Welle's English-language program "Quadriga." They talked about the success and failures of Germany's immigration policy, the integration of Germany's Muslim immigrant community, and U.S. immigration policy in comparison to Germany's. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297297-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297297-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT German Chancellor Angela Merkel defended her government's 2011 budget, which passed the lower house of parliament two days after this debate in November. She detailed government budget cuts and addressed the fallout from the financial crisis in Ireland and Greece. Prior to her speech, the Opposition Leader argued that the budget had "unrealistic goals" and called on the government to develop a unified European financial policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297110-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297110-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT German journalist Markus Ziener talked about the career and leadership style of German Chancellor Angela Merkel and the state of the German economy. He also addressed Chancellor Merkel's recent comments that Germany had failed in its efforts to integrate Muslim immigrants into German society. He responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296095-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296095-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Archivist Greg Bradsher talked about the 1935 Nuremberg Laws that created the official blueprint of racial policies against Jews in Nazi Germany. He displayed the original documents signed by Adolf Hitler and talked about their history and significance. Additionally, numerous historical photographs and video clips from Universal newsreels and Department of Defense films were shown. Mr. Bradsher talked about how the National Archives acquired the documents and their initial display from October 6-18, 2010, in the East Rotunda Gallery of the National Archives Building in Washington, D.C. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295816-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295816-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Richard Reeves, presented a history of the Berlin Airlift (May 1948-June 1949). Utilizing previously unpublished documents and numerous interviews, he focused on the exploits of American airmen called back into service by President Truman three years after their duty in World War II. Mr. Reeves recounted the Soviet Union's tactical decisions to block supplies from reaching West Berlin and President Truman's insistence on keeping American troops in the city. Richard Reeves discussed his book with Professor Childers at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. This program contains language that some viewers may find offensive. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291473-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291473-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Judy Shelton is an economist who has written 15 pieces for the [Wall Street Journal] over the past two years. She is the author of several books including [Money Meltdown] in 1994 and [The Coming Soviet Crash] in 1989. In addition, she is on the board of the National Endowment for Democracy, which makes grants to countries to promote democracy. Six months before the Berlin wall came down in 1989, Judy Shelton appeared on "Booknotes" to talk about the economic problems of the Soviet Union. In this interview, she returns to look at the situation 20 years later as well as discuss the economic situation in the United States. Video clips of that program were shown, as well as of another speech given that year. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289812-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289812-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT World leaders spoke at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin on the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. International leaders spoke about the importance of the fall of the wall, the end of the Cold War, and the impact of German Unification. President Obama videotaped a message for the ceremonies. Several "dominoes" painted to represent portions of the wall lined the square, but the symbolic display knocking the dominoes down was not shown. Intermittent audio difficulties at the source prevented some speeches from being heard or translated at the beginning of the event. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289888-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289888-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Former Secretary of State George Shultz delivered the keynote address at an event to mark the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall and pay tribute to President Ronald Reagan. He also spoke about lessons learned during the Cold War and the future of U.S. foreign policy. This was the keynote address of the conference "Ronald Reagan and the Fall of the Wall: Reflections from Yesterday, Lessons for Today," held by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and The Heritage Foundation in the Air Force One Pavilion of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289853-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289853-2 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Telephone lines were open for comments on the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289880-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289880-5 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Professor Hope Harrison, a long-time scholar of the Berlin Wall, spoke by phone from Berlin on the significance of the 20th Anniversary of the fall of the wall. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289880-6 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289880-6 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT W.R. Smyser talked about his book [Kennedy and the Berlin Wall: A Hell of a Lot Better than a War ] (Rowman & Littlefield Publishers; August 28, 2009). In his book Mr. Smyser, former U.S. diplomat to Germany, recounts the Berlin crisis of 1961-1963. Mr. Smyser was a special assistant to General Lucius Clay, President Kennedy's representative in Berlin during the crisis when the wall was first built. He recounts the meetings between President Kennedy and Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev, the threat of nuclear conflict, and the political fallout from the construction of the Berlin Wall. Mary Beth Stein and R. Gerald Livingston commented on the book and joined in a discussion with Mr. Smyster, who also responded to questions from members of the audience. Bernd Schaefer moderated this book event sponsored by the Cold War International History Project at the Woodrow Wilson Center in Washington, D.C. W. R. Smyser served at the U.S. Mission in Berlin from 1960 to 1964 and was special assistant to General Lucius Clay during the Berlin Wall crisis. He later served on Henry Kissinger's staff and was assistant secretary of State and assistant secretary-general of the U.N. He is the author of several books, including [From Yalta to Berlin: The Cold War Struggle Over Germany]. He is currently a adjunct German and European Studies professor at Georgetown University. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289263-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289263-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT German Chancellor Angela Merkel spoke to a joint meeting of Congress. In her remarks she spoke about the anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, Germany since reunification, and he own experiences during and after the Cold War. She also focused on several other topics such as Iranian nuclear development, operations in Afghanistan, the Middle East peace process, and international efforts to address climate change and combat global warming. This was the first address by a German chancellor in over 50 years. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289781-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289781-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Obama and Chancellor Merkel spoke to reporters in the Oval Office about their meeting, relations between the U.S. and Germany, and working together on future challenges such as climate change. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289769-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289769-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289172-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289172-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Obama and German Chancellor Angela Merkel spoke to reporters following a meeting. Topics included the situation in Iran, the future of Guantanamo Bay detainees, and global climate change. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287305-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287305-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT German Chancellor Angela Merkel received the Eric M. Warburg Award. She spoke about relations between the U.S., Germany and Europe, focusing on Transatlantic security and economic issues. She was introduced by former Senator Chuck Hagel. Part of the tribute to Chancellor Merkel included a classical piano performance. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287293-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287293-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Obama and German Chancellor Angela Merkel spoke to reporters and answered questions about relations between the U.S. and Europe, as well as the Middle East peace process. Chancellor Merkel praised the president's speech in Cairo, saying his words the previous day were an "ideal basis" to pursue peace efforts. They also said said they would work closely on trying to persuade Iran to abandon any nuclear program that could be used to build an atomic bomb. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286868-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286868-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT German Chancellor Angela Merkel spoke to reporters and answered questions at the close of the G-20 economic summit. She characterized the agreements reached by the leaders as an "almost historic compromise." She also talked about measures to subject hedge funds to more scrutiny, reduce protectionism and increase loans available to countries in financial trouble. German Finance Minister Peer Steinbrueck also made remarks. German translated into English by voiceover. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285057-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285057-3 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT French President Nicholas Sarkozy and German Chancellor Angela Merkel held a joint press conference about issues before the G-20 economic summit in London. Chancellor Merkel and President Sarkozy both agreed that a "new constitution of financial markets must contain concrete results." When asked if he was going to skip the summit, President Sarkozy responded that it would be "awkward to leave when he just arrived." Several media outlets had reported on rumors that the French president would walk out of the summit if no progress was made on global financial regulations. French and German with English translation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285026-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285026-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Thomas Schoonover talked about and showed showed photographs from his book [Hitler's Man in Havana: Heinz Luning and Nazi Espionage in Latin America] (University Press of Kentucky; August 5, 2008). In the book he recalls the life of Heinz August Luning, a Nazi spy who posed as a Jewish refugee for the Third Reich in Cuba at the beginning of World War II. Sent to Cuba to collect information on the United States and the Allies, Heinz Luning was according to the author highly incompetent and was the only spy executed in Latin America during WW II. He would later become the inspiration for Graham Greene's [Our Man in Havana]. Professor Schoonover responded to audience members' questions. Thomas Schoonover is an emeritus history professor at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. He is the author of numerous books, including [Uncle Sam's War of 1898 and the Origins of Globalization]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283233-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283233-1 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT