Caen in Our Hands

Series

Series Name

British Paramount News

Issue

Issue No.

1395

Date Released

13 Jul 1944

Stories in this Issue:

1. 1The Princess Names a Fort
2. 2Caen in Our Hands
3. 3Trailer: Bristles and Brushes

Story

Story No. within this Issue

2 / 3

Summary

First pictures of famous Norman town which was enemy’s key defence position. General Eisenhower visits front. British assault on Caen promises to develop into sweeping advance into heart of France.

Keywords

Military

Library number

13919

Length of story (in feet)

480

Story extras:

Production Documents

• Icon CommentaryCommentary
• Icon Dope SheetDope Sheet
• Icon Shot ListShot List

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Notes

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