USA declares war on Iraq

Title

USA declares war on Iraq

Genre

News report; Speech

TX Date

Unknown

Year of production

1991

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Duration

00:06:38

Description

Following a vote in the US Congress, the USA has effectively declared war on Iraq. Various unidentified politicians and anti-war campaigners express their views. Congressman Joseph Kennedy makes a speech, as does President George Bush. Comment from political analyst William Schneider. Male reporter not identified (poss. Paul Woodley).

Contributors

Paul Woodley?; George H. W. Bush; William Schneider; Joseph Patrick Kennedy II

Keywords

USA; Peace; Political protests; Demonstrations; War (concept); Public opinion polls; Wars (events); Iraq; Gulf War (1990-1991); US Congress; George H. W. Bush

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