Learning on ScreenVictorious British Army in the Reconquered City of Cambrai
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- [SUBTITLE]: "Historic entry of Commander-in-Chief Sir Douglas Haig and French President, M Clemenceau. "What the capture of Cambrai signifies". "This city was vital for the Germans who believed it impregnable but British blood and valour won it back for France and the deeds of our men will be for ever graven in French hearts". "British troops attend thanksgiving service in Cambrai Cathedral". "Heroes of Cambrai". "General Horne (left) and General Byng". "French priests relate to British Generals the horrors of Cambrai bondage and martyrdom". "Marshal Haig, and M Clemenceau amid scenes of devastation". "The eloquent gesture of the Veteran Premier of France as he views the ruins of the ancient city, from the steps of the German ‘Kommendanture’ (Headquarters)". "We have suffered so much Monsieur Le President"."
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- Celebrations and festivals; Victory celebrations; Military
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