A museum with memories

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A former Navy officer recalls the days when he served aboard the USS Intrepid, which was active during World War II. The aircraft carrier is now the Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum, which features memorabilia, audio-visual presentations and actual airplanes.

author: Jeanes, William
Humor and anecdotes, Museums, Art museums, Aircraft carriers, Intrepid Sea Air Space Museum

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General Motors strikes back

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NBC was shamed after it was revealed that the network had rigged a test to simulate explosions caused by saddle fuel tanks on GMC and Chevrolet trucks. The CBS show '60 Minutes' is similarly guilty of fraudulent tests of Audi automobiles.

author: Jeanes, William
Motor vehicles and car bodies, Motor vehicle parts and accessories, Television broadcasting stations, Radio broadcasting stations, Cases, Automobile industry, General Motors Corp., GM, National Broadcasting Company Inc., Media coverage

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Publisher's letter

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Many consumers choose cars that will enhance their self-image, and the popularity of car models has shifted from sports cars to pickup trucks. In mass media, images of cowboys and men working with power tools have influenced car buyers.

author: Jeanes, William
Social aspects, Trucks, Sports cars

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