The Neal Spelce Collection, No. 7 - Our Partner in Progress

Duration: 0:15:52

Year Published: c. 1970-1972

Format: 16mm

Sound: sound

Description: This KPRC news broadcast outlines the purpose of the Texas Partners of the Alliance and their partnership with Peru. The film offers an introductory glimpse into the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Peru as well as the harsh socioeconomic conditions that the Alliance hopes to address. The footage concludes with the president of the Texas Partners of the Alliance urging viewers to join in the effort to aid Peru in their struggles.Texas Partners of the Alliance falls under the umbrella of the Alliance for Progress organization, which partners various states in the U.S. with republics of Latin America in an effort to encourage economic cooperation and cultural exchanges. The broadcast is narrated, and probably written, by Ray Miller, News Director, KPRC-TV.