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Question 30:At what age did Cronkite begin his career as a journalist?

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Walter Cronkite began his career as a journalist at the age of 21 when he joined the United Press in 1937. He later worked for CBS News, where he was the anchor of the CBS Evening News from 1962 to 1981. He was known for his impartial and straightforward reporting, and he was considered one of the most trusted journalists in the United States.
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