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Mr. Rooney discussed his book My War, recently reissued by PublicAffairs with a new foreword by Tom Brokaw. The book is a memoir-style account of Mr. Rooney’s experiences during World War II…

Professor Donald Miller moderated a panel of journalists talking about media coverage of World War II. Joseph Persico talked about his book, Edward R. Murrow: An American Original, published…

A funeral service was held for Walter Cronkite at St. Bartholomew’s Church in New York City. The former anchor of CBS News died on July 17, 2009, at the age of 92. The service was filmed …

A memorial service for Walter Cronkite was held at the Lincoln Center. The former anchor of CBS News died on July 17, 2009, at the age of 92. His son, President Obama, former President Clint…

World War II news correspondents reminisced about their experiences covering the events of the war. They examined these events from both perspectives, as eyewitnesses and as journalists.

The National Association of Columnists held its annual meeting in Dana Indiana, in conjunction with the 50-year commemoration and dedication of the Ernie Pyle Historic Site. Ernie Pyle was b…

Andy Rooney was interviewed by Professor Miller about his experiences as a journalist during World War II. They sat on a stage before an audience. There was no question-and-answer session. …

Andy Rooney of CBS News spoke about his experiences as a correspondent for Stars and Stripes during World War II. Random House had recently published his book on this subject entitled, My Wa…

This year, 1990, marked the 100 Anniversary of the Birth of our Nations 34 President, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and in observant, C-SPAN continued it’s special series of programs looking at the …

In a discussion with his publisher Peter Osnos, author Andy Rooney talked about his book Common Nonsense, published by Public Affairs Books. The book is a collection of essays. They also tal…

At the Newseum located in Arlington, Virginia, A panel of its editors and correspondents discussed the history of “60 Minutes,” the CBS news magazine that debuted September 24, 1968. Don Hew…

The seventh annual International Press Freedom Awards were presented to journalists, including Ted Koppel and Fred Friendly. Tom Brokaw was the master of ceremonies.

The Thomas Paine Historical Association gathered to honor its 1996 journalism award winner, Mike Wallace. Colleagues from “60 Minutes” shared humorous stories about their work with Mr. Walla…

Journalists who covered World War II talked about what it was like to report on such history-making and dramatic events. They pointed out the differences between journalistic standards then …

After a humorous introduction by his adult son and daughter, Mr. Andy Rooney offered his opinions about news broadcasting, star anchors, and television news journalism.

This 1994 Event from WASHINGTON DC, The NATIONAL PRESS CLUB bestows THE FOURTH ESTATE AWARD in this TRIBUTE TO CHARLES KURALT. Mr. Kuralt was a CBS correspondent. Speaker include: Gil…

Don Hewitt accepted the Paul White Award. He spoke about his career at the Columbia Broadcasting System.

Don Hewitt, John Johnson and John Quinn were recognized for Excellence in Journalism.

The Society of Professional Journalists/Sigma Delta Chi Defense Fund’s Roast of Walter Cronkite. An Auction to support the Defense Fund was conducted before guests roasted the guest of honor…