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Speaking from America (1938)

Speaking from America (1938)

Documentary
Release Date: 1938, January 2
Directors: Humphrey Jennings
Countries: United Kingdom
Production: GPO Film Unit
Cast: Franklin D. Roosevelt, Robin Duff

Overview:

How long-distance telephone calls are made, from the UK to the USA. We see operators, miles of wires, and the amplification of voice transmitted across the waters. Engineers of the Post Office describe how they are improving the service.