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“A Towering Task” chronicles the journey of the Peace Corps, founded by JFK in 1961. Through personal testimonials, it captures the spirit of American volunteers working globally, highlighting both challenges and triumphs. The film delves into the agency’s impact on host nations and ponders its rele
A TOWERING TASK tells the story of the Peace Corps, a unique U.S. government agency born out of the Cold War and the heady days of the Kennedy administration.
Sep 22, 2019 · A Towering Task: The Story of the Peace Corps: Directed by Alana DeJoseph. With Harry Belafonte, Annette Bening, Jimmy Carter, Chris Dodd. In 1961, President John F. Kennedy gave young Americans the opportunity to serve their country in a new way by forming the Peace Corps.
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- Alana DeJoseph
- 2019-09-22
In 1961, JFK gave young Americans the opportunity to serve their country in a new way by forming the Peace Corps. This new documentary explores the story of ...
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Narrated by Annette Bening, A Towering Task tells the remarkable story of the Peace Corps, taking viewers on a journey of what it means to be a global citizen. In 1961, President John F. Kennedy gave Americans the opportunity to serve their country in a new way by forming the Peace Corps.
A Towering Task: The Story of the Peace Corps. Filmmaker Alana DeJoseph examines the rich history of the Peace Corps and the challenges that lie ahead in the 21st century.
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Rent A Towering Task: The Story of the Peace Corps on Prime Video, or buy it on Prime Video. Filmmaker Alana DeJoseph examines the rich history of the Peace Corps and the...
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