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Orson Welles War of the Worlds 2 Record Set, Mercury Theatre Broadcast

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Orson Welles War of the Worlds 2 Record Set, Mercury Theatre Broadcast
A 2 x LP vinyl record featuring the infamous 1938 War of the Worlds radio broadcast by Orson Welles and the Mercury Theatre on the Air. This historic recording, originally aired on October 30, 1938, caused widespread panic as listeners believed they were hearing an actual alien invasion. The broadcast, adapted from H.G. Wells' novel by screenwriter Howard Koch, is preserved in this release along with historical newspaper clippings detailing the reaction to the event.

Dimensions: 12"H
Issued: 1970
Country of Origin: United States

Condition: Age related wear.