Big Convoy To Russia Beats Off Nazis (1942)
1942 · Newsreel · 5 min
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(1) "Huge United Nations convoy is attacked by Nazi's bombers off Scandinavian north capes. A terrific battle ensues, but the enemy is finally driven off." (2) Greatest Tax Bill In History For Americans - "Washington, DC: With the greatest tax bill in the history of the United States about to be passed, Senator George and Congressman Doughton speak for the men who have labored to keep the nation's economy strong." (some sound from 2 men speaking) (3) Aussie Joins U.S. Army - "Somewhere in…
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★★★ · Tailgunners! Taxes! Torment! Tanks! · Christine Hennig · 2006-06-13
WWII newsreel reporting a convoy of ships fighting off German attacks. This features fairly exciting combat footage. This is followed by a story about a huge tax increase, which Iâm sure was welcome news to all. This features a guy who blinks too much. Then comes a story about an Australian dog who was adopted by a GI unit. This features an upsetting scene of the dog tormenting a tied-up cat. Then thereâs a lively story about tank inspection. This features a guy scrawling âOKâ on approved tanks. Thereâs something about this newsreels that really gives you a feel for the war years, both the…