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Correspondence Regarding Soviet Space Failures, 1962-09-06

 Item — Box: 12, Folder: 1
Identifier: CAC_CC_31_6_12_1_0080
The text includes a series of letters regarding the disclosure of information about Soviet space failures and the government's policy on publicizing such information. Senator Robert S. Kerr and Representative George P. Miller discuss the importance of the President determining what information should be disclosed for national security reasons. They also mention the role of the media in addressing this issue. Additionally, a letter from Frank Robbins, Jr. praises Kerr and Miller for their efforts in revealing the truth about Soviet space achievements.

Dates

  • 1962-09-06

Language of Materials

English

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Extent

3 pages

Overview

87th (1961-1963)

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General

Science, Technology, Communications; Armed Forces and National Security
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Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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