From the archives: Edward R. Murrow's World War II broadcasts
Summary
Edward R. Murrow was a CBS News Radio broadcaster who reported on World War II. His reports helped Americans understand the war by sharing vivid and empathetic stories from events like the London Blitz and the liberation of a concentration camp.Key Facts
- Edward R. Murrow broadcasted news during World War II for CBS Radio.
- He reported on major events such as the London Blitz, an intense bombing campaign on London.
- Murrow covered the Allies’ invasion of Europe.
- He described the liberation of the Buchenwald concentration camp.
- His broadcasts helped Americans feel connected to the war happening far away.
- The report about Murrow was aired on May 7, 1995, by CBS News.
- Charles Osgood hosted the report looking back at Murrow’s work.
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