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The Palestinian Revolution - Part 1 & 2
Date: 4/1/1970Call Number: CD 709Format: CDProducers: Colin EdwardsProgram: The Palestinian RevolutionCollection: Compact discs and videos representing digitized copies of analog tapes
An introduction to the history of Zionism in Palestine. Interviews with officials from Palestinian revolutionary organizations about relations among their organizations their goals, philosophies, and political, social, and military activities.
The Palestinian Revolution - Part 3
Date: 4/1/1970Call Number: CD 710Format: CDProducers: Colin EdwardsProgram: The Palestinian RevolutionCollection: Compact discs and videos representing digitized copies of analog tapes
An introduction to the history of Zionism in Palestine. Interviews with officials from Palestinian revolutionary organizations about relations among their organizations their goals, philosophies, and political, social, and military activities.
Political Infighting in the Arab Countries
Date: 1/1/1970Call Number: CE 280Format: 1/4 3 3/4 ipsProducers: Colin EdwardsCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
Professor George Weightman discusses social progress, land reforms, and educational opportunities in Egypt. The instability of the Lebanese government, how feudalism and religious sectarianism prevent class solidarity. Also on the Ba'athist party and their presence in Lebanon and the Nazi-backed National Socialist Party in Syria.
In Memory of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King
Date: 1/15/1970Call Number: KP 451Format: 1/4 7 1/2 ipsProducers: KPFKProgram: In Memory of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther KingCollection: Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King's birthday, this is a "multi-source impression of the man and his life."
Jordan Under Fire - Part 1
Date: 9/1/1970Call Number: CE 293Format: 1/4 7 1/2 ipsProducers: Colin EdwardsProgram: Jordan Under FireCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
Describes Israel bombing, napalming, shelling, and invasion from 1967 to September of 1970. Documents Arab homes being dynamited at night by units commanded by Moshe Dayan and Ariel Sharon. Minister of Information for Jordan describes Israeli napalming of fleeing refugees near the Allenby Bridge during the Six-Day War. A Catholic missionary describes Israel napalming fleeing refugees on the Jordanian side of the Jordan River. Other humanitarian workers describe witnessing similar massacres and how these attacks against Arabs occurred daily and went largely unreported by the Western media.
Jordan Under Fire - Part 2
Date: 9/1/1970Call Number: CE 294Format: 1/4 7 1/2 ipsProducers: Colin EdwardsProgram: Jordan Under FireCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
Describes Israel bombing, napalming, shelling, and invasion from 1967 to September of 1970. Documents Arab homes being dynamited at night by units commanded by Moshe Dayan and Ariel Sharon. Minister of Information for Jordan describes Israeli napalming of fleeing refugees near the Allenby Bridge during the Six-Day War. A Catholic missionary describes Israel napalming fleeing refugees on the Jordanian side of the Jordan River. Other humanitarian workers describe witnessing similar massacres and how these attacks against Arabs occurred daily and went largely unreported by the Western media.
Jordan Under Fire - Hijazi Extras
Date: 9/1/1970Call Number: CE 295Format: 1/4 7 1/2 ipsProducers: Colin EdwardsProgram: Jordan Under FireCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
Mahmoud Hijazi, President of the Palestine Red Crescent Society, describes Israel bombing and sniper fire against Jordanian civilians from across the border. Details work of the Red Crescent in refugee camps, the history of the organization, and their need for more doctors.
Jordan Under Fire - Frances and Wayne Fuller Extras
Date: 9/1/1970Call Number: CE 296Format: 1/4 7 1/2 ipsProducers: Colin EdwardsProgram: Jordan Under FireCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
Two religious missionaries in Jordan describe Israeli atrocities against Arabs and massive bombing campaigns. Descriptions of farms in the Jordan Valley being mined, farmers murdered by Israeli snipers from Israeli side of Jordan river, napalm used on forests and orchards, no military targets. Also includes discussion of Palestinian views on Christianity and how Israel repressed the development of Jordan.
Jordan Under Fire - Ramzi and Stradal Extras
Date: 9/1/1970Call Number: CE 297Format: 1/4 7 1/2 ipsProducers: Colin EdwardsProgram: Jordan Under FireCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
Rafet O'Ramzi of Jordan's Ministry of Information describes how the city of Karameh grew from a refugee camp in 1951 to a base for Palestinian guerilla forces and a center for economic activity.
Israel launched an attack on the town on March 23, 1968 and destroyed all of the infrastructure (including UNRWA offices, schools, homes, churches) but were defeated by a combined force of refugees, guerilla commandos, and Jordanian troops. This victory catalyzed a massive surge in support of Palestinian liberation organizations.
Lee Stradal, the first correspondent to reach Al Fateh, describes the Battle of Karameh - the IDF shot fleeing refugees and destroyed the entire town. She mentions how well-prepared the guerillas were to face the Israelis and how their evacuation tunnels saved many lives.
Arab League View
Date: 6/1/1970Call Number: CE 337Format: 1/4 7 1/2 ipsProducers: Colin EdwardsCollection: Colin Edwards Collection
Farouk Mawlawi of the Arab League discusses the Arab League position on Israeli occupation of Arab lands. Criticizes Israeli non-compliance with UN Resolutions that demand an end to occupation of Palestine, The United Arab Republic (Egypt), Jordan, and Syria. Mawlawi also discusses support for human rights and the Arab League support for the Palestinian Revolutionary Movement. Stresses how youth across the Arab world are non-compromising in their support for Palestine. Also discusses the USSR and US support of Zionism. Includes analysis of the role of oil and arms trade, and other countries such as China and Venezuela.