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This travelling began with her first overseas trip to England, heading up to the Canadian Exhibition at a show in London, celebrating the crafts of the empire. She was presented here to the duke and duchess of York.15
Queen Elizabeth II24 August 2007
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She attended the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953, narrowly escaping internment in Shanghai in 1949 during the chinese civil war, and interviewed Canadian troops in Korea during the Korean War.17
A picture of Berlin when it was bombed24 August 2007
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This is a picture that was taken while Kate was in Germany.19
Hitler interview24 August 2007
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She interviewed Mussolini and Hitler. On a trade mission for Canada, Kate successfully negotiated with Mussolini for the sale of Canadian wheat to Italy.21
Kate Aitken interviewing the pope24 August 2007
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Kate Aitken also interviewed the Pope.23
An invitation for Mrs. A to meet with the pope24 August 2007
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Kate's Canadian audience was enthralled by her interviews of Hitler, Mussolini, Franklin Roosevelt, McKenzie King, Louis St. Laurent, Lester Pearson, and a multitude of others. She brought the world into the homes of Canadian families.25
Kate during the Korean War24 August 2007
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She narrowly escaped detention in the Korean War.27
Kate visits a third world country24 August 2007
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