French army recruitment and marshalling for World War 1. French Infantry marching casually before the camera in their field gear (sans steel helmets). They move on a path or road, proceeding under a broad arch overpass. The first two soldiers walk holding bicycles. Some soldiers wear no caps. Others wear soft caps. None wear steel helmets. They are then seen from a high place (possibly the overpass) as they proceed in a long irregular column. The sequence shifts to a unit of mounted French cavalry, passing a tent as they proceed along a path in a camp ground.They are next seen from the rear as they continue and cross a bridge over a small canal. Next seen is a very long column of French infantry, all wearing steel helmets, proceeding along a dirt road. The next sequence shows pack animals and wagons carrying supplies for the troops. In the final scene, several soldiers open and read their mail in the midst of a group of relaxing troops. One soldier clowns around with another. (Note: this film was shot by the famous war photographer Donald C. Thompson.)
Celebration of Easter Sunday in the United States and Italy. Sunrise religious services are held in the natural glory of Yosemite National Park by Christians. A waterfall at the Yosemite National Park. Easter celebration at Saint Peter's Square (Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City) where half a million people hear Pope Paul VI plead for peace. Pope Paul VI blesses the pilgrims while being carried on a Sedia Gestatoria. A large crowd gathers and get Pope's message in South Vietnam. People enter the St Denis Parish Catholic church (157 Washington St, Westwood, MA 02090, United States). View of altar and services held inside the St. Denis Parish church as seen from elevated loft position. A sign reads: 'Hollywood Bowl, Eastern Sunrise Service, April 18' in California. At Hollywood Bowl, California: A large crowd seated in a stadium, listen to music, and attend Easter services. United States President Lyndon Johnson and Mrs. Lyndon Johnson attend services in a small church in Texas. New York has its famous Easter parade on Fifth Avenue, New York City.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Gromyko attend conference in New York. Ocean liner Queen Elizabeth reaches New York. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Gromyko arrives on Queen Elizabeth to attend Japanese Peace Conference at San Francisco. The Minister says that Russia has plans of her own for peace talks. Photographers take pictures. Reporters shoot the event.
Allied headquarters and camps in Reims (Rheims), France during World War II. Aerial views of Camp Norfolk, Camp Atlanta, Camp New Orleans, Camp Miami, Camp San Antonio, and Mailly Sub area HQ. Aerial views of Rheims and Mailly Sub area Assembly Commands, covered tanks, sheds, houses, pitched tents and vehicles.
U.S. propaganda film during World War 2 aimed at spurring investment in U.S. War Bonds. Narrator opens and closes film asking audience "Have you killed a Jap today?" Scenes of American workers at munitions and ware equipment factories. Images (some real footage and some staged) of Japanese soldiers murdering Chinese civilians, bombing and burning Chinese cities, burying Chinese civilians alive, and executing Chinese civilians and American soldiers. Bodies of Chinese dead being loaded into trucks. Narrator explains that investment in U.S. War Bonds, fueling manufacture of armament and war supplies can bring justice against Japanese atrocities and kill Japanese soldiers. American people working in factories. Iron being forged. Workers work at factory machines. They shovel coal into a combustion chamber. Skyline views of San Francisco, Chicago, Pittsburgh and New York. U.S. War Bond for $100 is shown. American tanks, trucks, shells, airplanes and guns used to fight Japanese soldiers. Views of dead Japanese soldiers lying on the ground and on screen messaging, "Every War Bond kills a Jap!" encouraging Americans to buy war bonds in bond drive number 6.
California Relay in California. Large crowd of spectators gathered during the California Relay. The 220 yard dash began. Tommie Smith of San Jose State wins the race. Spectators cheer the racers. Jim Hines of Southern Texas wins the100 meter dash equalling the world record 10.0.