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The Cromie Circle

Interview with George Rabb, the director of the Brookfield Zoo, William Braker the Director of the Shedd Aquarium and Lester Fisher the Director of Lincoln Park Zoo on The Cromie Circle.

Robert Cromie covered World War II for the Chicago Tribune. WGN television broadcasted his show the Cromie Circle from 1969-1980. His interview style showed he enjoyed meeting people and always focused on their stories.

Courtesy of WGN television

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