Arrival of French General Charles De Gualle and other officials for celebrations of Liberation of Paris. De Gaulle reviews a parade in his honor. Photographers take pictures. A French man with a flag and General De Gaulle march towards Arc De Triomphe. Officers hold a banner 'Mouvement National deo Prisonnier ec Deportes'. General De Gualle places a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. A large crowd welcomes and greets the troops as they arrive at Champs Elysees. Soldiers on tank. People sit and policemen keep a watch. People hold banners in praise of De Gaulle and the Allied forces. Civilians and troops celebrate and greet De Gaulle at Place De La Concorde. The General gets into a car and heads to the Hotel De Ville for an official welcome ceremony. German snipers interrupt ceremony by firing civilians at the venue. French troops fight back. Civilians take cover. Smoke arises due to artillery and tank fire. People carry a wounded woman and wounded man on stretchers. People crouch and huddle together to save themselves. Policemen take a prisoner. Civilians cheer. A large French Flag draped from the top of the Arc De Triomphe. (World War II period).
The Sacre-Coeur Basilica in Paris. The basilica built on the top of Montmarte Hill. People climb up towards the Basilica. Trees around the Hill.
The Moulin Rouge in Paris. Neon signs on Moulin Rouge and the neighboring night clubs. A sign reads 'Cyrano'. Traffic outside the night club. People cross the street.
Frenchmen in Paris. Men sit at cafe Aux Deux Magots on left bank of Seine. Men drink and eat at tables in the cafe. People walk near the cafe. Frenchmen stand in a group and play a game similar to bowling in park. Other men watch a Frenchman play. Three balls on the ground. Man hits the ball.
Opening of a Stage Door Canteen in Paris. People dance during the opening. Army Band plays music. People listen to music and dance. Allied flags on the wall. Lights put up inside the hall. (World War II period).
Opening of a Stage Door Canteen, Paris. People dance during the opening. Men and women enjoy the dance. Allied flags on the wall. Army Band plays music (World War II period).
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