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What was John Reith's first role at the BBC?

  • Engineer

  • General Manager

  • Newsreader

  • Technician

Answer

John Reith was first employed by the BBC as its General Manager in 1922. He later became the Managing Director in 1923 and the Director-General in 1927.
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