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David Brinkley preparing for his final broadcast on NBC, Sept. 18, 1981.

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Also Known As	David McClure Brinkley
Born	July 10, 1920 • Wilmington • North Carolina
Died	June 11, 2003 (aged 82) • Houston • Texas
Awards And Honors	Emmy Award • Presidential Medal of Freedom (1992)

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