A tourist can become a first-hand witness of these festivals, and observe local traditional rituals.

He was a first-hand witness when the Japanese launched their surprise attack on December 7, 1941.

But was a first-hand witness of so many of the circumstances that led to the deaths.

These spies would be the eyes and ears of the democracies - first-hand witnesses to the madness that was sweeping the,continent east of the Mississippi.

But he is hardly a reliable first-hand witness to the atmosphere in the West Wing.

He also maintained that Corneliu Coposu, a first-hand witness to the events, applauded the film upon its premiere.

Growing up, Marvin inherited musical prowess, and as a first-hand witness, he watched his family grow from small beginnings to international success.

The author of Vita writes as a first-hand witness to the events he describes.

Joan Young, who was the only first-hand witness, is challenged in both articles.

Today, the first-hand witnesses of this dreadful period of European history are leaving this world behind.