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Today in History: Our World reaches 400 million, first satellite broadcast

6/25/2026

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On 25 June 1967, the European Broadcasting Union coordinated “Our World,” the first live multinational TV program transmitted via four communications satellites. Fourteen national broadcasters aired the two-hour show in 24 countries, reaching an estimated 400-700 million viewers—making it the largest audience ever and a landmark in satellite broadcasting.

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On 25 June 1967, the European Broadcasting Union coordinated “Our World,” the first live multinational TV program transmitted via four communications satellites. Fourteen national broadcasters aired the two-hour show in 24 countries, reaching an estimated 400-700 million viewers—making it the largest audience ever and a landmark in satellite broadcasting.