PROFILES

The Man Who Wouldn't Be King

He might have had the most coveted position in television journalism. But Ted Koppel had more in mind

January 1 1984 JUDITH ADLER HENNESSEE Victor Schrager
PROFILES
The Man Who Wouldn't Be King

He might have had the most coveted position in television journalism. But Ted Koppel had more in mind

January 1 1984 JUDITH ADLER HENNESSEE Victor Schrager


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