August 3, 1948: Chambers Makes His Initial Accusation

Testimony of Whittaker Chambers

 August 5, 1948: Hiss Denies the Charge

Testimony of Alger Hiss

August 7, 1948: Chambers Provides More Details Concerning His Relationship with Hiss

Testimony of Whittaker Chambers

 August 16, 1948: Hiss Falls Into a Warbler Trap

A prothonotary warbler.
HUAC Committee members became convinced Chambers was telling the truth when Hiss confirmed Chambers's story of Alger's excitement over spotting the rare bird.
 

 August 17, 1948: Hiss Examines the Teeth of Chambers

Testimony of Alger Hiss and Whittaker Chambers

 August 25, 1948: The Televised Confrontation

Testimony of Alger Hiss and Whittaker Chambers


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