Ten for Survival: Who Do You Know? (1958)

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Presented by NBC in 1958, "Ten For Survival" was a ten episode series about man and the atomic age. This rarely-seen episode "What Do You Know?", hosted by Chet Huntley, examined public perception of the survive-ability of nuclear war. Two "average citizens" give opinions concerning various Civil Defense questions, and Huntley cites various surveys of public opinion, that are then rebutted (or affirmed) by an expert named Dr. Dreyer. The V.P. of the organization that conducted the survey, Mr. Alberto Castelli, also participates. The program discusses findings from a survey conducted by International Research Associates. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Cicero, along with experts like Dr. Calvin S. Dreyer and Alberto Castillos Castelo, participate in the discussion. The survey results reveal public opinions on the likelihood of a nuclear attack, the use of nuclear weapons, and preparedness measures. The program also addresses misconceptions about radiation, the importance of civil defense measures, and the need for public education. The series aimed to inform viewers about the hard facts of nuclear explosions and encourages them to take necessary precautions. 00:00: Intro by NBC in cooperation with the Office of Civil and Defense Mobilization and the Educational Television and Radio Center. 0:30 - 0:42: The series "10 for Survival" is introduced, focusing on survival in the nuclear age, hosted by Chad Huntley. Program's theme: the importance of knowledge for survival in the event of a…

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29 minutes

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Ephemeral Films

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