Turkey: emergence of a modern nation

United States, 1963

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Reviews the major political and social developments in the Republic of Turkey since its formation in 1923, and shows the influence of cultural traditions dating back to the Greek, Roman and Ottoman empires. Uses map animation to show the relationship between the nation’s geographic position and its strategic position in world affairs. Illustrates the efforts of the Turkish government and people to build a modern, independent industrial nation.

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