Eric Sevareid was a newsman who worked for CBS News from 1939 to 1977. He was known for his insightful commentary and analysis of major news events. He was also a war correspondent during World War II, covering the Allied invasion of Normandy and the liberation of Paris. After the war, he continued to report on major news stories, including the civil rights movement and the Vietnam War. He was awarded numerous awards for his work, including two Emmy Awards and the Peabody Award.