Elections to choose between the leaders of Germany and the French faction in Saarland, Germany. People enter a building to vote. People cast their votes. Placing of the votes in the ballot box. Men count the votes. People give a large support to the French faction.
Celebration of the Weimar Republic in Germany, following World War I. A Roman Catholic procession led by clergy, and involving Karl Josef Schulte, Archbishop of Paderborn, moves through the streets of Cologne, Germany, to the steps at the front entrance of Cologne Cathedral. The procession also includes many persons including students in various uniforms, carrying banners. One banner refers to the years 1853 to 1903. Large numbers of persons fill the streets. Policemen on horseback are seen. (Note: It is not clear whether Felix von Hartman or Karl Joseph Schulte is the Bishop in this film. The weather appears to be pleasant, which suggests it might be Hartmann, who fell ill in September and died in November. He was succeeded by Karl Joseph Schulte, Bishop of Paderborn, who formally became Archbishop of Cologne in March, 1920. Historical records describing this film mention "Archbishop Shulpe" with no further information or details. We believe that to be a misspelling of "Schulte".)
VE Day in Germany during World War 2. Soldiers of the U.S. Ninth Armored Division are seen leaving the the Schlörplatz in Weiden, Bavaria, where they assembled to hear the news, from their Commander, Major General John W. Leonard, that Germany had capitulated. Soldiers move their armor and equipment through the Town and others walk. They pass by a tree displaying numerous information and direction signs. Local citizens watch from sidewalks. (Note: Armored vehicles seen include M16 Halftrack, M4 Sherman Tank, and M36 Tank Destroyer.)
U.S. 1st infantry Division during exercise Return of forces to Germany III (REFORGER) in Panzing, Germany. U.S. Army General Michael Shannon Davison, Commander in Chief, U.S. Army Europe, addresses a press conference. He states about maneuver of testing and purpose of this exercise. He speaks about planning of Reforger IV. Lieutenant General Charles W. Eifeler, U.S. theater Army Support Command talks to press and spectators. Canadian Brigadier Chinon speaks. German Colonel Ruprecht Von Butler speaks. Generals answer questions about the purpose of exercise and allied formation. They talk about position and process of this exercise. Colonel Ruprecht talks about German view about this exercise. He says that it should be seen totally in military view. Journalists ask about the effectiveness of this exercise in limited terrain and simulated situation. Generals respond and say that this exercise is worthy enough. Colonel Ruprecht talks about political decisions, reduction of forces and balance.
Nazi party rally in Nuremberg, Germany. Fuhrer Adolf Hitler stands with other Nazi party members. Persons seen include Julius Streicher and Rudolf Hess. People hold a banner and march on the street. A tram in the background. Hitler smiles and waves to the crowd. People in the background as they hold a Nazi flag. A banner reads 'Germany Awakes' and a sign of the Nazi party. People walk as they hold flags. A German Nazi officer and an official talk. Other people also arrive. Party members along with Hitler stand and pose. Hitler gets in the motorcade and party members wave. Hitler waves to the people. Nazi stormtrooper band plays.
Eighth Party Congress in Germany between 8th -14th September, 1936, Nuremberg, Germany. The insignia of the Nazi Party. A military review. A parade moves past old buildings in a town. Civilians cheer. German Chancellor Adolf Hitler reviews an honor guard and steps into his car. He rides past cheering people to his hotel and appears on the balcony for more applause.
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