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Speaking from America

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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.

DirectorHumphrey Jennings
ProducerAlberto Cavalcanti

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Cast · Directed by Humphrey Jennings

RD
Robin Duff
Narrator (voice)
FRFranklin D. Roosevelt
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Self

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