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Scope and Content Note
Edward Bernays (1891-1995) was a pioneer in the field of public relations, advertising, and propaganda. This collection spans from the 1890s to 1990s, focusing on his career in the 1970s and 1980s. His wife, Doris, and children also feature prominently in this collection. Edward Bernays was also related to Sigmund Freud who is only featured in a few of the photograph in this collection. Overall Bernays had a profound impact on the development of advertising and its influence on American society.