Research Catalog

The President concedes defeat

Title
The President concedes defeat [sound recording] / by Gerald R. Ford and Betty Ford.
Author
Ford, Gerald R., 1913-2006.
Publication
[S.l.] : Encyclopedia Americana/CBS News Audio Resource Library ; New York : Grolier Educational Corp., [1976]

Details

Additional Authors
Ford, Betty, 1918-2011.
Description
1 sound cassette (4 min., 40 sec.); 2 1/2 x 4 in.
Summary
Following a few brief remarks by President Ford, afflicted by laryngitis, the First Lady reads his concession statement and his telegram to Jimmy Carter assuring him of his support and his assistance in effecting a smooth transition.
Series Statement
Vital history cassettes ; Nov. '76, no. 1
Subjects
Event (note)
  • Recorded November 3, 1976, in the White House.