George F. Hicks papers, 1926-1965

Author / Creator

Hicks, George F., 1905-1965

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Summary

Papers of a broadcaster noted for his war coverage and his specialty of live remove broadcasts for NBC. Hick's most celebrated broadcast was an on-the-spot description of the D-Day Allied invasion ...

Papers of a broadcaster noted for his war coverage and his specialty of live remove broadcasts for NBC. Hick's most celebrated broadcast was an on-the-spot description of the D-Day Allied invasion of France. The collection focuses on Hicks' professional life, with radio and television scripts and transcripts, extensive background notes, personal and professional correspondence, and diaries. Hicks wrote most of his own broadcast material and the papers include numerous examples. Both the D-Day invasion and Hicks' other World War II experiences are thoroughly documented. Other materials include unpublished manuscripts based upon his work in broadcasting, and two scrapbooks and clippings.

The processed portion of this collection is summarized above and described in the register. Additional accession are described below.

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