BOBSLED RACERS IN FAST TRIALS [ETC.]

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National Archives and Records Administration - ARC 39103, LI 208-UN-196 - BOBSLED RACERS IN FAST TRIALS [ETC.] - DVD Copied by J. Williams. Series: Motion Picture Films from "United News" Newsreels, compiled 1942 - 1945. Part 1 shows bobsled-riding at the Lake Placid (New York) track. Part 2, Greeks wounded in the war arrive at La Guardia Field and pose for pictures. Part 3 demonstrates the capabilities and accommodations of the DC-6 airplane. Also shows scenes of America's first jet squadron at March Field (?), California. Part 4 describes and shows preparations for an exploration in Canada. Men drive snowmobiles, show arctic clothing, and build an igloo. Part 5, Archbishops Spellman, Mooney, and Stritch leave the U.S. for Rome. They are made bishops by Pius XII in ceremonies at St. Peter's Cathedral.

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