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Nick Francis attempts world record

Title
Nick Francis attempts world record
Genre
Interview
TX Date
17 Nov 1977
Year of production
1977
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Duration
00:02:12
Description
Scotland’s Nick Francis is attempting a record-breaking canoeing trip along the Mississippi River for the US Cancer Society. Leslie Rubin of the organisation describes the hazards they have faced, and the arrival of the canoe in Louisiana. Male interviewer not identified (poss. Peter Spencer).
Contributors
Leslie Rubin; Peter Spencer?
Keywords
USA; Sport; Charity; Fundraising; Record attempts; Charities; Canoeing; Mississippi (river); Nick Francis; US Cancer Society

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