DIE DEUTSCHE WOCHENSCHAU NR 511 - part [Main Title]

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I. Germans defeat French tank counterattack. 8.8cm Flak opens fire against reported counterattack by French tanks near Poperinghe. Wrecked French tanks, with tracks shed, litter battlefield.

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II. Germans capture Rouen. Building marked Rouen and Le Commerce collapses as fire rages. Façade of Rouen Cathedral, adorned with carvings, remains intact.

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III. Germans capture River Aisne. Sappers build pontoon bridge across river.

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IV. Germans capture Rheims. Infantry advance rapidly through suburbs.

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V. Germans cross River Marne.

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35mm

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Category: Film
Related period: Second World War (content)
Creator: UFA (Production company)
Production date: 1940-06-20
Place made: Germany
Dimensions: whole: Number Of Items/reels/tapes 1
Catalogue number: GWY 151

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