THE MINDS OF MEN Part 1

Description

Documentary: Surveys the activities of UNESCO over the past 20 years, showing the importance of contributions made to the less developed countries in education, science and culture. Highlights such key projects as teacher training in Latin America, oceanography in the Indian Ocean, and the preservation of cultural landmarks in Nubia, the temples of Abu Simbal on the Upper Nile River. Ambassador William Benton, responsible for U.S. policy in the original creation of organization, and Dr. Thomas F. Malone, Chairman of the U.S. National Commission for UNESCO, comment on policies and goals of the organization.

Collection

General Records of the Department of State

Series

Moving Images Relating to U.S. Foreign Policy and Foreign Relations