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Canada calling the British Empire

Canadians across the country send their loyal greetings to the King and Queen.
Medium: Radio
Program: CBC Radio Special
Broadcast Date: May 24, 1939
Guest(s): Alec Brady, Hugh de Martigny, George Himmelman, Jim Jones, R.W. McKinnon, Mort Sahl
Duration: 8:21
Photo: National Archives, PA-076385

Last updated: February 14, 2012

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