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Chronoscope, Paul H. Douglas
interview by John Bertram Oakes, 1913-2001 and Larry LeSueur, 1909-2003, in Chronoscope (New York, NY: Columbia Broadcasting System, 1954), 15 mins
MAY 17, 1954 Participants: Senator Paul H. Douglas (D-IL) interviewed by Larry Lesueur and John B. Oakes. Topics: Impact of Supreme Court decision on desegregation of public schools, Senator Joseph R. McCarthy, reform of procedures for congressional investigating commissions, and the Indochina crisis.
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interview by John Bertram Oakes, 1913-2001 and Larry LeSueur, 1909-2003, in Chronoscope (New York, NY: Columbia Broadcasting System, 1954), 15 mins
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MAY 17, 1954 Participants: Senator Paul H. Douglas (D-IL) interviewed by Larry Lesueur and John B. Oakes. Topics: Impact of Supreme Court decision on desegregation of public schools, Senator Joseph R. McCarthy, reform of procedures for congressional investigating commissions, and the Indochina crisis.
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Interview
Author / Creator
John Bertram Oakes, 1913-2001, Larry LeSueur, 1909-2003
Date Published / Released
1954
Publisher
Columbia Broadcasting System
Series
Chronoscope
Speaker / Narrator
Paul Douglas, 1892-1976
Person Discussed
Paul Douglas, 1892-1976, Joseph Raymond McCarthy, 1908-1957
Topic / Theme
Legislative committees, Racial integration, Brown v. Board of Education, Supreme Court Decision, U.S., May 17, 1954, McCarthy Era, U.S., 1949-1954, First Indochina War, 1946-1954, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Brown v. Board of Education, Supreme Court Decision, U.S., May 17, 1954, McCarthy Era, U.S., 1949-1954, First Indochina War, 1946-1954
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Universal Newsreels, Release 426, January 30, 1951
in Universal Newsreels, Release 426 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1951, originally published 1951), 7 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features the release of French hostages in Indochina and General Eisenhower's return to West Point.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 426 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1951, originally published 1951), 7 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features the release of French hostages in Indochina and General Eisenhower's return to West Point.
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INDO-CHINESE HOSTAGES RETURN
INDO-CHINA--After five years of captivity by Red revolutionary forces, pathetic scenes are enacted by victims who endured untold hardships since the outbreak...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features the release of French hostages in Indochina and General Eisenhower's return to West Point.
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INDO-CHINESE HOSTAGES RETURN
INDO-CHINA--After five years of captivity by Red revolutionary forces, pathetic scenes are enacted by victims who endured untold hardships since the outbreak of hostilities in 1946.
BROTHERHOOD FUND DRIVE IS OPENED
NEW YORK--Motion Picture leaders hear Paul Reynaud, former prime minister of France make a plea for International Brotherhood and for funds to further its purpose.
GEN. IKE RETURNS TO WEST POINT
WEST POINT--General Eisenhower returns to his Alma Master, after a whirlwind tour of pact nations in Europe, to rest and prepare his report for Congress. His wife and grandchildren meet him.
FRENCH PREMIER VISITS CAPITAL
Prime minister Rene Pleven of France arrives in New York, en route to Washington. At the capital he is greeted by President Truman, with whom he will conduct talks on Atlantic Pact measures.
CARRIER CREWMEN GIVE BLOOD TO BANK
SAN FRANCISCO -- Seven hundred and fifty members of the aircraft Carrier Boxer donate blood to a mobile bank, for the help of comrades in Korea, from which they have just returned.
AUTOMOTIVE TRIALS
The newest gimmick in tires--the one which won't spill you even at ninety miles is demonstrated on the Indianapolis Speedway. Then there is the under-water truck which will dunk you which goes through its paces at Rainbow.
SECOND MAN VAULTS 15 FT.
NEW YORK--The Reverend Robert Richards becomes the second man in history to top the fifteen-foot pole vault mark, with a leap of 15 feet 1 inch at the Millrose games.
VOL. 24--NO. 426
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Date Written / Recorded
1951
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1951-01-30, 1951
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Topic / Theme
Equality, Fundraising, Prisoners of war, Released from prison, First Indochina War, 1946-1954, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Historical Event
First Indochina War, 1946-1954
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Universal Newsreels, Release 443, March 30, 1951
in Universal Newsreels, Release 443 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1951, originally published 1951), 7 mins
This newsreel features international relations, military maneuvers, paratroopers, and navy ships.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 443 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1951, originally published 1951), 7 mins
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This newsreel features international relations, military maneuvers, paratroopers, and navy ships.
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U. S. WELCOMES FRENCH PRESIDENT
NEW YORK--Marking the first visit of a French chief of state to the U. S. while in office, Pres. Auriol accompanied by his wife and top French diplomats arrives in America for a state visit. The Big Town stages...
This newsreel features international relations, military maneuvers, paratroopers, and navy ships.
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U. S. WELCOMES FRENCH PRESIDENT
NEW YORK--Marking the first visit of a French chief of state to the U. S. while in office, Pres. Auriol accompanied by his wife and top French diplomats arrives in America for a state visit. The Big Town stages its most spectacular show for the arriving visitor, here to help strengthen the ties of Franco-American friendship. In Washington, Pres. Truman and members of his official family are on hand to greet Pres. Auriol to the nation's Capital.
AIRBORNE ACTION IN KOREA
KOREA--The mass parachute drop of 3,300 troops north of Seoul speeds the drive of UN forces to the 38th Parallel. The airborne units cut off trapped Reds south of the Parallel. Gen. MacArthur arrives for his 14th visit to the front.
INDO-CHINA REDS HAMMERED
INDO-CHINA--A communist stronghold along the Gulf of Siam is stormed and seized by French troops storming ashore from small boats. Great stores of arms and equipment are taken, and many natives return to safety with the raiding force.
OUR EXPANDING FLEET
SAN DIEGO--Spurred by huge appropriations by Congress, the Navy is daily adding to the list of war vessels being taken out of mothballs. And thousands of new recruits to man these ships are undergoing training for active duty.
KENTUCKY WINS COURT CROWN
MINNEAPOLIS--The Kentucky Wildcats defeat Kansas State, 68-58, in thrilling finals of the NCAA Basketball Championship. Trailing at the half, the Blue Grass cagers rise to aggressive heights of court brilliance.
VOL. 24--NO. 443
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Date Written / Recorded
1951
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1951-03-30, 1951
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Topic / Theme
International relations, Military maneuvers, Navy ships, Paratroops, Korean Conflict, 1950-1953, First Indochina War, 1946-1954, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Historical Event
Korean Conflict, 1950-1953, First Indochina War, 1946-1954
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Universal Newsreels, Release 465, June 15, 1951
in Universal Newsreels, Release 465 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1951, originally published 1951), 7 mins
This newsreel features international relations, physical disabilities of veterans, and the economy.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 465 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1951, originally published 1951), 7 mins
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This newsreel features international relations, physical disabilities of veterans, and the economy.
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PRESIDENT TRUMAN ASKS STRICT CURBS TO HELP HALT INFLATION
WASHINGTON--President Truman takes his fight against inflation to the people. In a special address, the Chief Executive asks for strict controls to help halt the spiral of inflation....
This newsreel features international relations, physical disabilities of veterans, and the economy.
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PRESIDENT TRUMAN ASKS STRICT CURBS TO HELP HALT INFLATION
WASHINGTON--President Truman takes his fight against inflation to the people. In a special address, the Chief Executive asks for strict controls to help halt the spiral of inflation.
FRENCH REPEL INDO REDS
INDO-CHINA--Dramatic battle scenes from embattled Indo-China, where the French and loyal native troops have smashed a new communist offensive. 'Chutists drop down to join attack.
AMPUTEES SHOW FITNESS
WASHINGTON -- Two disabled veterans of World War II, in Washington to show Korean wounded that recovery with artificial limbs can be attained, show Pres. Truman how adept they are despite their handicaps.
DOG ADOPTS BABY SQUIRREL
HANOVER, GERMANY -- "Bimbo," a tiny squirrel with a big appetite, has been adopted by a dachshund, much to be delight of the neighborhood kids. All is fine until a flea deserts dog for squirrel.
ACROBATS ON EIFFEL TOWER
PARIS, FRANCE -- Spine-tingling daring atop the Eiffel Tower. Celebrating Paris' 200th anniversary, trio of circus acrobats stage death-defying stunts hundreds of feet above the Seine.
SPORTS CARS IN CUP RACE
BRIDGEHAMPTON, L.I.--Speed and suspense during the 100-mile speed classic in Suffolk County. Hay bales pack turns where skidding autos peril watching spectators. Tommy Cole of London repeats 1950 victory.
MacARTHUR ANSWERS BACK
AUSTIN, TEXAS -- Gen. Douglas MacArthur ends weeks of silence with blistering attack on those who call him a warmonger. Huge throng hears former Pacific commander outline his aims and hopes. (Dallas Only)
VOL. 24--NO. 465
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Date Written / Recorded
1951
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1951-06-15, 1951
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972, Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972
Topic / Theme
Economic conditions, International relations, Physical disabilities, Veterans (Armed services), Cold War, 1945-1989, First Indochina War, 1946-1954, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1951 Universal Pictures Company Inc.
Historical Event
Cold War, 1945-1989, First Indochina War, 1946-1954
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Universal Newsreels, Release 530, January 28, 1952
in Universal Newsreels, Release 530 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1952, originally published 1952), 7 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about riots and martial law in Egypt.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 530 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1952, originally published 1952), 7 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about riots and martial law in Egypt.
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CRISIS IN EGYPT
EGYPT--Focal point of crisis for the West, the ancient Land of the Nile seethes with unrest and violence. On the one hand the British are standing fast to protect their rights to the Su...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about riots and martial law in Egypt.
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CRISIS IN EGYPT
EGYPT--Focal point of crisis for the West, the ancient Land of the Nile seethes with unrest and violence. On the one hand the British are standing fast to protect their rights to the Suez Canal. On the other, nationalistic feeling runs high in Egypt, with King Farouk summoning a new government to cope with riots and bloodshed.
INDO REDS REPULSED
INDO-CHINA--French-led Viet Nam forces, aided by low-flying American-made planes dropping napalm bombs, score a major victory over the communist near Hanoi. Meanwhile, back in Algeria, French paratroopers, trained in American planes and methods, train for future action in Indo-China.--At Saigon, Indo-Chinese capital city, square is bloody shambles following blast of Red mine in auto. Scores are killed.
TAFT BLASTS FOREIGN POLICY
NEW YORK--Blasting the New Deal administration for its handling of our foreign policy, Senator Robert A. Taft addresses Republican Women at the Waldorf. Prominent G.O.P. contender, Sen. Taft says Truman policy has given Russia advantage over U.S.
TRACK AND FIELD THRILLS
NEW YORK--Highlights of the 45th Millrose Games. "Flying Parson" Bob Richards fails to break old meet mark in the pole vault. Thrilling finish of the "600"--with Chuck Moore and George Rhoden spilling after the finish.--The Wanamaker Mile, feature of the meet, with old rivals Don Gehrmann and FBI-Man Fred Wilt doing it again--Gehrmann overtaking Fred in the last 20 yards to win.
WINTER CARNIVAL
ST. PAUL--King Boreas 16th presides over nine-day Winter Carnival, where Dionne Quints are guests of honor and colorful float parade preceeds mammoth Square Dance.
(Minneapolis Only)
VOL. 25--NO. 530
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Date Written / Recorded
1952
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1952-01-28, 1952
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Topic / Theme
Martial law, Riots, First Indochina War, 1946-1954, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Historical Event
First Indochina War, 1946-1954
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Universal Newsreels, Release 532, January 4, 1954
in Universal Newsreels, Release 532 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1954, originally published 1954), 7 mins
INDO CHINA REDS LAUNCH DRIVE TO CUT LAOS IN TWO INDO-CHINA - French Union forces experience their worst military setback in the history of the 8 year old war as Red forces drive to the Siamese border, splitting the nation in two, despite powerful French resistance. 19 KILLED IN CASABLANCA BOMBING MOROCCO - 19 die,...
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 532 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1954, originally published 1954), 7 mins
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INDO CHINA REDS LAUNCH DRIVE TO CUT LAOS IN TWO INDO-CHINA - French Union forces experience their worst military setback in the history of the 8 year old war as Red forces drive to the Siamese border, splitting the nation in two, despite powerful French resistance. 19 KILLED IN CASABLANCA BOMBING MOROCCO - 19 die, 30 more are wounded, some fatally, when a bomb explodes in the crowded Casablanca market place at the height of the business day. Of u...
INDO CHINA REDS LAUNCH DRIVE TO CUT LAOS IN TWO INDO-CHINA - French Union forces experience their worst military setback in the history of the 8 year old war as Red forces drive to the Siamese border, splitting the nation in two, despite powerful French resistance. 19 KILLED IN CASABLANCA BOMBING MOROCCO - 19 die, 30 more are wounded, some fatally, when a bomb explodes in the crowded Casablanca market place at the height of the business day. Of unknown origin, the bomb is believed to have been set by anti-government terrorists. 51 SURVIVE PLANE CRASH IN "MIRACLE" CANADA - The crash of a Royal Canadian Air force Transport with 51 aboard misses tragedy by a miracle as only two passengers are injured when the big plane cartwheels, rips off a wing, and bursts into flame. ORANGE BOWL MIAMI - Half a million spectators see the 20th annual King Orange Jamboree parade, and next day, watch the Oklahoma Sooners engineer a 7-0 upset of Maryland, rated the nation's number one college team. ROSE BOWL PASADENA - The annual Tournament of Roses is a colorful prelude to the Rose Bowl grid classic. Michigan State, powerhouse of the Big 10, comes from behind to beat underdog University of California Los Angeles, 28-20. SUGAR BOWL NEW ORLEANS - Georgia Tech and West Virginia clash with Tech quarterback rewriting the Sugar Bowl record books, as he leads the "Rambling Wrecks" to a 42-19 victory over West Virginia. COTTON BOWL DALLAS - Rice defeats Alabama, 28-6, but the highlight of the game is a sensational tackle by Alabama's quarterback Tommy Lewis, made from the bench to down touchdown bound Dicky Moegle. It's thrilling - but illegal, and Rice is awarded the score.
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INDO CHINA REDS LAUNCH DRIVE TO CUT LAOS IN TWO
INDO-CHINA--French Union forces experience their worst military setback in the history of the 8 year old war as Red forces drive to the Siamese border, splitting the nation in two, despite powerful French resistance.
19 KILLED IN CASABLANCA BOMBING
MOROCCO--19 die, 30 more are wounded, some fatally, when a bomb explodes in the crowded Casablanca market place at the height of the business day. Of unknown origin, the bomb is believed to have been set by anti-government terrorists.
51 SURVIVE PLANE CRASH IN "MIRACLE"
CANADA--The crash of a Royal Canadian Air Force Transport with 51 aboard misses tragedy by a miracle as only two passengers are injured when the big plane cartwheels, rips off a wing, and bursts into flame.
ORANGE BOWL
MIAMI--Half a million spectators see the 20th annual King Orange Jamboree Parade, and next day, watch the Oklahoma Sooners engineer a 7-0 upset of Maryland, rated the nation's number one college team.
ROSE BOWL
PASADENA--The annual Tournament of Roses is a colorful prelude to the Rose Bowl grid classic. Michigan State, powerhouse of the Big 10, comes from behind to beat underdog UCLA, 28-20.
SUGAR BOWL
NEW ORLEANS--Georgia Tech and West Virginia clash with quarterback rewriting the Sugar Bowl record books, as he leads the "Rambling Wrecks" to a 42-19 victory over West Virginia.
COTTON BOWL
DALLAS--Rice defeats Alabama, 28-6, but the highlight of the game is a sensational tackle by Alabama's quarterback Tommy Lewis, made from the bench, to down touchdown-bound Dicky Moegle. It's thrilling -- but illegal, and Rice is awarded the score.
MUMMERS ON PARADE
PHILADELPHIA--An estimated half a million watch the 54th annual Mummer's Parade--a seven hour spectacle of fantasy and colorful capers by 7,500 marchers. (Philadelphia Only)
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Date Written / Recorded
1954
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1954-01-04, 1954
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Bombardment, Military maneuvers, Aircraft accidents, First Indochina War, 1946-1954, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Historical Event
First Indochina War, 1946-1954
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Universal Newsreels, Release 562, April 19, 1954
in Universal Newsreels, Release 562 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1954, originally published 1954), 7 mins
FRENCH REINFORCED AS INDO-CHINA CRISIS MOUNTS INDO-CHINA - French Union para-troops attack the outer ring of Communists besieging Dien Bien Phu in a new measure to relieve pressure on the isolated garrison, as both sides fight to the last ditch for mastery of the fortress before the Geneva conference convenes. THE...
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 562 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1954, originally published 1954), 7 mins
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FRENCH REINFORCED AS INDO-CHINA CRISIS MOUNTS INDO-CHINA - French Union para-troops attack the outer ring of Communists besieging Dien Bien Phu in a new measure to relieve pressure on the isolated garrison, as both sides fight to the last ditch for mastery of the fortress before the Geneva conference convenes. THE CASE OF THE POCK-MARKED WINDSHIELDS SEATTLE - The case of the pock-marked windshields, currently plaguing motorists throughout the Nor...
FRENCH REINFORCED AS INDO-CHINA CRISIS MOUNTS INDO-CHINA - French Union para-troops attack the outer ring of Communists besieging Dien Bien Phu in a new measure to relieve pressure on the isolated garrison, as both sides fight to the last ditch for mastery of the fortress before the Geneva conference convenes. THE CASE OF THE POCK-MARKED WINDSHIELDS SEATTLE - The case of the pock-marked windshields, currently plaguing motorists throughout the Northwest, is no nearer solution as scientists study the mysterious pits that have been appearing in the glass of thousands of cars. It's the nation's most baffling mystery since the flying saucers. LILLIPUT VILLAGE HOLLAND - The lowlands' own lilliput village is opened with the coming of spring. Leading the guided tour for happy young visitors is none other than Gulliver, perfectly at home amid the small-scale surroundings. 45TH DIVISION COMES HOME NEW YORK - Joyful tears of thousands of relatives and loved ones greets the 45th "Thunderbird" Division at the docks. The first division to return from Korea en masse, they're reunited with loved ones after 21 months overseas. ROYAL YOUNGSTERS SAIL ENGLAND - Prince Charles and Princess Anne begin their own exciting Odyssey as they embark on the Royal yacht Britannia for North Africa where they'll meet the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh, homeward bound from their Commonwealth Tour. TULIP TIME STYLES FOR DUTCH MAIDS: HOLLAND - No wooden shoes here. Lissome Dutch maids model Jacques Fath's latest creations, and their color and grace is a treat to the eye. They steal the show from the tulips. SPRING TONIC AT THE ZOO ENGLAND - Even animals get spring fever, and all hands are in line for a dose of spring tonic - halibut oil. The seals flip with glee, penguins give it the cold shoulder - and the chimps turn the tables on their keeper, giving him a taste of his own medicine.
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FRENCH REINFORCED AS INDO-CHINA CRISIS MOUNTS
INDO-CHINA--French Union para-troops attack the outer ring of Communists besieging Dien Bien Phu in a new measure to relieve pressure on the isolated garrison, as both sides fight to the last ditch for mastery of the fortress before the Geneva conference convenes.
THE CASE OF THE POCK-MARKED WINDSHIELDS
SEATTLE--The case of the pock-marked windshields, currently plaguing motorists throughout the Northwest, is no nearer solution as scientists study the mysterious pits that have been appearing in the glass of thousands of cars. It's the nation's most baffling mystery since the flying saucers.
LILLIPUT VILLAGE
HOLLAND--The lowlands' own lilliput village is opened with the coming of spring. Leading the guided tour for happy young visitors is none other than Gulliver, perfectly at home amid the small-scale surroundings.
45th DIVISION COMES HOME
NEW YORK -- Joyful tears of thousands of relatives and loved ones greets the 45th "Thunderbird" Division at the docks. The first division to return from Korea en masse, they're reunited with loved ones after 21 months overseas.
ROYAL YOUNGSTERS SAIL
ENGLAND--Prince Charles and Princes Anne begin their own exciting Odyssey as they embark on the Royal yacht Britannia for North Africa where they'll meet the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh, homeward bound from their Commonwealth Tour.
TULIP TIME STYLES FOR DUTCH MAIDS
HOLLAND -- No wooden shoes here. Lissome Dutch maids model Jacques Fath's latest creations, and their color and grace is a treat to the eye. They steal the show from the tulips.
SPRING TONIC AT THE ZOO
ENGLAND--Even animals get spring fever, and all hands are in line for a dose of spring tonic--halibut oil. The seals flip with glee, penguins give it the cold shoulder--and the chimps turn the tables on their keeper, giving him a taste of his own medicine.
VOL. 27--NO. 562
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Date Written / Recorded
1954
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1954-04-19, 1954
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Topic / Theme
Cars, Military homecomings, Military maneuvers, Military personnel, First Indochina War, 1946-1954, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Historical Event
First Indochina War, 1946-1954
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Vietnam: A Television History, Vietnam Interview: Bui Tin, Part 2
produced by WGBH Boston, in Vietnam: A Television History (Boston, MA: WGBH Boston, 2011, originally published 1981), 10 mins
Bui Tin, a former People’s Army of Vietnam Colonel and Vietnamese dissident recounts the arrival of the Chinese army in 1945 and the changes to the Viet Minh following the victory of the Chinese Revolution. Bui Tin also recalls his service in the 304th division and the victory at Dien Bien Phu which led to Vietna...
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Bui Tin, a former Peoples Army of Vietnam Colonel and Vietnamese dissident recounts the arrival of the Chinese army in 1945 and the changes to the Viet Minh following the victory of the Chinese Revolution. Bui Tin also recalls his service in the 304th division and the victory at Dien Bien Phu which led to Vietnam being divided into south and north territories. Also discussed is the reasoning behind the eventual decision to escalate the war.
Date Written / Recorded
1981-02-20
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Interview
Contributor
WGBH Boston
Date Published / Released
1981, 2011
Publisher
WGBH Boston
Series
Vietnam: A Television History
Person Discussed
Bui Tin, 1927-
Topic / Theme
War, Military personnel, Military occupation, Vietnam War, 1956-1975, First Indochina War, 1946-1954, War and Violence, American History, The Sixties (1960–1974), Chinese, Vietnamese, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011. Used by permission of WGBH Boston.
Historical Event
Vietnam War, 1956-1975, First Indochina War, 1946-1954
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Vietnam: A Television History, Interview with Archimedes L. A. Patti, 1981
produced by Richard Ellison, fl. 1985, in Vietnam: A Television History (Boston, MA: WGBH Boston, 1983), 1 hour 18 mins
Archimedes Patti was an officer in the United States Army and, after World War Two, the Office of Strategic Services. Mr. Patti describes the U.S. position on Southeast Asia during World War Two, and the emerging Vietnamese Independence Movement. He describes his first meetings with Ho Chi Minh and details the ass...
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produced by Richard Ellison, fl. 1985, in Vietnam: A Television History (Boston, MA: WGBH Boston, 1983), 1 hour 18 mins
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Archimedes Patti was an officer in the United States Army and, after World War Two, the Office of Strategic Services. Mr. Patti describes the U.S. position on Southeast Asia during World War Two, and the emerging Vietnamese Independence Movement. He describes his first meetings with Ho Chi Minh and details the assistance of the Viet Minh in the war effort. He recalls the scene in Hanoi after the war and the attempts by the French to recoup their...
Archimedes Patti was an officer in the United States Army and, after World War Two, the Office of Strategic Services. Mr. Patti describes the U.S. position on Southeast Asia during World War Two, and the emerging Vietnamese Independence Movement. He describes his first meetings with Ho Chi Minh and details the assistance of the Viet Minh in the war effort. He recalls the scene in Hanoi after the war and the attempts by the French to recoup their colony. He details his talks with Ho, and notes that the Vietnamese Declaration of Independence was quite similar to that of the United States. He concludes with his views of the Vietnam War from the perspective of one who understood the roots of the conflict and knew how it could have been avoided.
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Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Interview
Contributor
Richard Ellison, fl. 1985
Date Published / Released
1983
Publisher
WGBH Boston
Series
Vietnam: A Television History
Speaker / Narrator
Archimedes L. A. Patti
Person Discussed
Archimedes L. A. Patti, Ho Chi Minh, 1890-1969
Topic / Theme
Decolonization, Government policy, Military alliances, Nationalism, Postwar reconstruction, Revolutionaries, World War II, 1939-1945, First Indochina War, 1946-1954, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011. Used by permission of WGBH Boston.
Historical Event
World War II, 1939-1945, First Indochina War, 1946-1954
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Vietnam: A Television History, Vietnam Interview: Co Thach Nguyen
produced by Martin Smith, fl. 1979, WGBH Boston, in Vietnam: A Television History (Boston, MA: WGBH Boston, 2011), 56 mins
Foreign Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Nguyen Co Thach recalls life during the French colonial period. He describes his province of Nan Dinh as overcrowded and poor. Nguyen Co Thach recalls his days in the nationalist movement, which he joined shortly after he was released from prison in 1940. He t...
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produced by Martin Smith, fl. 1979, WGBH Boston, in Vietnam: A Television History (Boston, MA: WGBH Boston, 2011), 56 mins
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Foreign Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Nguyen Co Thach recalls life during the French colonial period. He describes his province of Nan Dinh as overcrowded and poor. Nguyen Co Thach recalls his days in the nationalist movement, which he joined shortly after he was released from prison in 1940. He talks about the hardest years he spent in the resistance, from 1947 until 1949, when the French began to close in on the resistance move...
Foreign Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Nguyen Co Thach recalls life during the French colonial period. He describes his province of Nan Dinh as overcrowded and poor. Nguyen Co Thach recalls his days in the nationalist movement, which he joined shortly after he was released from prison in 1940. He talks about the hardest years he spent in the resistance, from 1947 until 1949, when the French began to close in on the resistance movement. Nguyen Co Thach also recalls his negotiations with Averell Harriman, his secret talks with Henry Kissinger, and the 1969 ceasefire proposal, which was rejected
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Date Written / Recorded
1981-02-24
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Interview
Contributor
Martin Smith, fl. 1979, WGBH Boston
Date Published / Released
2011
Publisher
WGBH Boston
Series
Vietnam: A Television History
Topic / Theme
International relations, Peace, Colonization, Revolutionaries, Vietnam War, 1956-1975, First Indochina War, 1946-1954, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011. Used by permission of WGBH Boston.
Historical Event
Vietnam War, 1956-1975, First Indochina War, 1946-1954
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