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Search for survivors after collapse of U.S. Air Force Radar Station (Texas Tower No. 4,TT-4) in the Atlantic ocean, off Long Island.

Search and rescue efforts after the destruction of Texas Tower Number 4, a U.S. Air Force Air Defense Command Offshore Radar station, in 1961. It was located off Long Island (39degrees48'N 72degrees40'W) and operated by airmen of the 646th Radar Squadron. It had experienced structural difficulties including damage from Hurricane Donna, on September 12, 1960 and was being scheduled for repair or dismantling. The USNS New Bedford and the USS Wasp were in the vicinity, on January 15, 1961, when the storm caused the Tower to collapse and sink.But they were unable to save anyone. In subsequent search and rescue operations, after the storm, The USS Sunbird (ASR-15) submarine rescue ship is seen at the site, along with sailors in a motor whaleboat from the USS Blandy (DD-943). A helicopter from the USS Wasp (CV-18)flies overhead. A scuba diver surfaces near the whaleboat and is taken aboard. A motor whaleboat from the USS Sunbird maneuvers in rough water. Whaleboats seen returning sailors and divers to the Sunbird.

Date: 1961, February 18
Duration: 2 min 40 sec
Sound: No
Color: Monochrome
Clip Type: Unedited
Language: None
Clip: 65675042036
A victim of atomic explosion treated by doctors in Hiroshima, Japan.

Medical aspects of atomic bomb explosion in Hiroshima, Japan. A mother removes bandages from the leg of her daughter. Doctors and a nurse help the woman. Bandages removed. Doctor applies fracture dressing on the burn area behind the knee. Doctor applies new dressing and bandages. (World War II period).

Date: 1945, December 12
Duration: 2 min 27 sec
Sound: No
Color: Color
Clip Type: Unedited
Language: None
Clip: 65675042173
Ben Bella returns from France after seven years of imprisonment to take over the reigns of Algeria.

Algeria attains independence and Ben Bella becomes the President. Head of the provisional government Benyoucef Ben Khedda addresses the press as he informs them about the end of provisional rule and attainment of independence. Ben Bella the new President of free Algeria arrives after seven years of confinement. He gets off the plane and is given a warm welcome. People celebrate their independence. People loaded in trucks. Ben Bella with important statesmen.

Date: 1962, August 9
Duration: 49 sec
Sound: Yes
Color: Monochrome
Clip Type: Edited
Language: English
Clip: 65675042228
Inauguration of John F. Kennedy; swearing-in ceremony as he assumes office of the President in Washington D.C., United States.

Inauguration of the office of the President of the United States. John F. Kennedy at desk. A large crowd gathers at Pennsylvania Avenue to witness the swearing in ceremony of President Kennedy in Washington D.C., United States. Vice President Lyndon Johnson being sworn in followed by Kennedy. Chief Justice of Supreme Court makes Kennedy take the oath of office of the President. Kennedy being congratulated by Eisenhower and Richard Nixon. Kennedy in his speech emphasizes on the adherence to human rights and warns Soviet Union against their increasing influence in Latin American countries. He talks about protecting the interests of these nations. President Kennedy enjoys lunch with other dignitaries. A procession leads the new President to the White House. Kennedy reviews a parade by the soldiers. A patrol boat float at the parade. President and the first lady attend a ball at Columbia armory.

Date: 1961, January 20
Duration: 6 min 20 sec
Sound: Yes
Color: Monochrome
Clip Type: Edited
Language: English
Clip: 65675042265
Models display convertible varieties of hats for the summer in the United States.

A variety of hat in the United States. New hats for summer designed by top millinery creators in the country being displayed by models. A model wears a hat convertible into a beach bag with a turban underneath. A 4 way convertible hat being worn by a model. Hat being converted into a chiffon band and a turban.

Date: 1958, April 10
Duration: 1 min 12 sec
Sound: Yes
Color: Monochrome
Clip Type: Edited
Language: English
Clip: 65675042273
86th Congress at its inaugural session as members take oath and Harry S. Truman looks on in Washington D.C., United States.

U.S. 86th Congress inaugurated in Washington D.C., United States. Members of the house greet each other at the opening session of the newly constituted Congress in the capitol. Joseph Martin steps down as the minority leader in favor of Charles Halleck. Harry S. Truman looks on from the visitor's gallery as the prayers mark the beginning of the first session of the new Congress. The speaker administers the oath of office to the Congressmen.

Date: 1959, January 8
Duration: 1 min 7 sec
Sound: Yes
Color: Monochrome
Clip Type: Edited
Language: English
Clip: 65675042277