Thomas Graham, Jr. Oral History Interview (1 of 2)

Interviewee: Thomas Graham, Jr.
Interviewer: Linda Richards
Interview Date: October 28, 2015
Location: Valley Library, Oregon State University
Duration: 1:19:43
 

In interview 1, Graham discussed his authorship of a forthcoming book on nuclear-free zones; the negotiations that led to the extension of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty in 1995; his memories of learning the art of diplomacy; and the path that he took to becoming an arms control negotiator. He then shared his experience of having been politically persecuted for his work; commented on Linus Pauling's anti-nuclear activism; and praised President Barack Obama's activities with regard to nuclear non-proliferation.

From there, Graham relayed his memories of negotiating on behalf of multiple presidential administrations, and spoke of his work to ban the use of chemical and biological weapons. The interview concluded with Graham's thoughts on climate change, including the crucial role that nuclear power might play in reducing the world's dependence on fossil fuels.

From 1970 to 1997, Ambassador Graham was a participant in the negotiation of every major arms control and nonproliferation agreement that involved the United States. During this same time period, he engaged in diplomatic discussions with representatives of more than one hundred countries.

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Title

Thomas Graham, Jr. Oral History Interview (1 of 2)

Description

In interview 1, Graham discussed his authorship of a forthcoming book on nuclear-free zones; the negotiations that led to the extension of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty in 1995; his memories of learning the art of diplomacy; and the path that he took to becoming an arms control negotiator. He then shared his experience of having been politically persecuted for his work; commented on Linus Pauling's anti-nuclear activism; and praised President Barack Obama's activities with regard to nuclear non-proliferation.

From there, Graham relayed his memories of negotiating on behalf of multiple presidential administrations, and spoke of his work to ban the use of chemical and biological weapons. The interview concluded with Graham's thoughts on climate change, including the crucial role that nuclear power might play in reducing the world's dependence on fossil fuels.

From 1970 to 1997, Ambassador Graham was a participant in the negotiation of every major arms control and nonproliferation agreement that involved the United States. During this same time period, he engaged in diplomatic discussions with representatives of more than one hundred countries.

Creator

Thomas Graham, Jr.

Source

Ambassador Thomas Graham, Jr. Interviews on Arms Control and Nuclear Disarmament (OH 36)

Publisher

Special Collections and Archives Research Center, Oregon State University Libraries

Date

October 28, 2015

Contributor

Linda Richards

Format

Born Digital Video

Language

English

Type

Oral History

Identifier

oh36-graham-thomas-20151028

Oral History Item Type Metadata

Interviewer

Linda Richards

Interviewee

Thomas Graham, Jr.

Location

Valley Library, Oregon State University

Original Format

Born Digital Video

Duration

1:19:43

OHMS Object

Interview Format

video