England Strikes Oil

Series

Series Name
Pathe Gazette

Issue

Issue No.
44/79
Date Released
2 Oct 1944
Stories in this Issue:
  1. 1European War Effort
  2. 2England Strikes Oil
  3. 3The "Red Devils" of Arnhem

Story

Story No. within this Issue
2 / 3
Summary
A steady flow of highest quality petroleum is found in rich farmland in England. Over 200 oil-wells are in full production. Storage tanks have been erected and special railways built. Interview with a farmer whose land has been commandeered says it’s all for the good of the cause in helping to win the war.
Length of story (in feet)
122
Story extras:
Film clip
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Notes
Pathe now also handles the Reuters Historical Collection, which includes the British Paramount, Empire British, Gaumont Graphic and Gaumont British newsreels.
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