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Motorcade of General Douglas MacArthur as he is welcomed in ticker tape parade in New York City

Motorcade of General Douglas MacArthur on occasion of his return to the United States after being relieved of Command by President Truman. MacArthur is being welcomed by citizens of New York City. Crowds line the sidewalks, as seen from the view of accompanying newsreel photographers. Motorcade passes through streets of the city. Showering of ticker tape. Officers stand, holding the flag of United States. Troops standing at attention.

Location: New York City United States

Date: 1951, April 20

Duration: 51 sec

Sound: No

Color: Monochrome

Clip Type: Unedited

Language: None

Ticker tape parade in New York City for General Douglas MacArthur

The City of New York fetes General Douglas MacArthur when he arrives there after being relieved of Command by President Truman. Views of the parade from viewpoint of newsreel cameramen surrounding the General's open car. Fireboats in the harbor create a huge fountain with their pumps. Trees are inundated with ticker tape.

Location: New York City United States

Date: 1951, April 20

Duration: 1 min 25 sec

Sound: No

Color: Monochrome

Clip Type: Unedited

Language: None