Animated description of Mesopotamia campaign by British battalion in Iraq. Animation shows defensive positions of Turk forces with Division 51, 45 and 38 at north and Division 35 at south. Animation shows the movement of British brigade from Kut to north. The Turk position found by British. Animated description of British Troops split into four positions and attack Turk forces at four positions. Counter attack by 51st Division. Animation shows the movement in British and Turk Brigade, the movement of British Battalions, the withdrawal of Turkish force to Baghdad and movement of British Force, arrival of Russian force and split of Turkish force to defense from Russians and British at Kut. (World War i; World War 1; WWI; WW1)
Animated description: Battle of Ctesiphon in Iraq. Animation shows the position of Turk and British forces near Kut and the movement of British forces to south. Their attacking position to north. Animation of movement of Turk forces to north. (World War 1; WWI; WW1)
Animated description of Mesopotamia Campaign by British battalion in Iraq during World War I. The position of Turk and British forces near Tigris. Pointers show the guarded positions of Turks. The pontoon positions of British forces to build bridge, British forces advancement into river and movement of Turk guard and support forces and the movement of British and Ottoman Empire forces. It shows the British forces cross the river. Pointer shows the position of British and Turks at bend. The movement of 7th and 51st British Division and capture of Baghdad in World War 1. Advance movements of British and defeat of Turk forces. Text shows advantage of Mesopotamia campaign.
Animated description of Mesopotamia campaign by British battalion in Iraq. Animation shows the position of British forces near Tigris. Pointers show the retreat of British forces to Kut. The halt position of British battalion to Umm at Tubul and movement of Turks. Animation shows the attacking position of British forces.
Animated description of Mesopotamia campaign by British battalion in Iraq. Animation shows the position of British forces in Kut as starting position for further advancement and the attacking position of Turkish forces. Their attempt to delay British forces at Tigris and movement of Indian forces to Kut. Animation shows movement of British forces, British attack from both ends of river Tigris, withdrawal of Turk forces and the surrender of British forces. (World War i; World War 1; WWI; WW1)
Visit of Lieutenant General Jan Christiaan Smuts and his entourage at the Hendon airfield on the outskirts of London England, during World War 1, where dignitaries and spectators are gathered to attend the unveiling and christening of a De Havilland DH9 aircraft, named "South Africa." (Note: The plane also resembles a Royal Aircraft Factory R.E.8. Position of pilot cockpit does not match a DH9 making identity uncertain). The aircraft was subscribed for by members of the London Chamber of Commerce, and presented as a gift to South Africa through the Imperial Air Fleet Committee. Lifelong South African Lt. General Smuts with other dignitaries viewing the aircraft, including Lord Desborough who was President of the London Chamber of Commerce and the Imperial Air Fleet Committee. Mrs William Schreiner, the Marchioness of Winchester, stands with flowers in her hand and christens the aircraft. General Smuts talks to the dignitaries as they present the aircraft to honor and thank South Africa for its contribution to the war effort. Pilot Captain B.C. Hucks, dressed in heavy flight suit climbs aboard the airplane, which displays the name "South Africa," on its nose. The aircraft takes off and flies overhead. Scene changes to the Christening ceremony, in which Mrs. Schreiner christens the "South Africa." She is seen tapping its propeller with a small mallet. Closeup of the DH9 "South Africa". Others present at the event included Sir David Henderson, Lord Aberconway, Lord Glenconner, Sir Owen Phillip, Sir T. Vezey Strong, Lionel Martin, Faithfull Begg, Stanley Machin, Albert Sytner, Alfred Docker, John Cockburn, Algernon Firth, Sir J. W. Teverner, Harry Wilson, Robert Hadfield, Generals Branckner and Caddell, Maj Van der Spuy, Major Lord Roberts Innes Kerr, Capt Hambro, Capt Wilkinson, Capt Hucks, Captains Turner, Lyons, and Hope; John Cates, C.J. Fairfax Scott, Charles Musgrave.
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