Shultz justification of US invasion of Grenada

Title

Shultz justification of US invasion of Grenada

Genre

News report; Interview; Press conference

TX Date

Unknown

Year of production

1983

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Duration

00:02:50

Description

Report on US Secretary of State George Shultz’ press conference justification of President Ronald Reagan’s decision to go ahead with the invasion of Grenada at the request of neighbouring Caribbean states, despite opposition from the British government, following a military coup in Grenada. Includes extracts, and interviews with Democratic Congressman Michael Barnes and Republican Senator John Tower. Male reporter not identified.

Contributors

Michael Barnes; George Shultz; John Tower

Keywords

USA; Revolutions; Armed forces; UK; Grenada; Military affairs; Ronald Reagan; Military government; Caribbean

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