US Secretary of State Cordell Hull gives a speech at the 8th International Pan Am...HD Stock Footage

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US Secretary of State Cordell Hull gives a speech at the 8th International Pan American Conference in Lima, Peru.

The 8th International Pan American Conference in Lima, Peru. View of a ship. Children standing aboard the ship. Several dignitaries are greeted aboard the ship. Various flags on the Palace of Government building. Delegates attend the Eight International Pan American Conference. US Secretary of State Cordell Hull gives a speech. He says that the US is willing and able to safeguard the Western Hemisphere. The delegates applaud. Location: Lima Peru. Date: December 19, 1938.

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