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War Dept Film Bulletin 60: DUKW The Sea-Going Truck, 1943
About this film
National Archives description: "Reel 1 describes general features of the Dukw and shows drivers learning how to drive it on land. Emphasizes the importance of proper tire pressure for roads and beaches. A bogged-down Dukw winches itself free. Reel 2 demonstrates how to drive in water, anchor, and hit a beach. Describes traffic rules. Reel 3 teaches cargo handling. Cargo from a freighter is unloaded by A-frame and 'hog troughs.' Shows how wounded are carried from shore to ship and includes scenes of Dukw's operating on a Pacific Island." National Archives Identifier: 24468 As always, any error or typo is mine and if you enjoy my uploads or if you intend to make $ or otherwise profit from these files, please consider making a donation to a veteran's charity of your choice and/or Archive.org itself. Thanks. :)
Directors & creators
United States. War Department
Subjects
Film Bulletin, Motor vehicles, Amphibious -- United States, World War, 1939-1945, Landing craft -- United States, WWII, World War II
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