| Set New Pole Vault Record | ||
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| This clip is not available for streaming at this time. Please contact WPA. | Tape Master: | 1713 |
| Catalog #: | 362236 | |
| Clip Number: | 362236-1 | |
| Orginal Film: | 036-059-04 | |
| Timecode: | 00:15:47 - 00:16:21 | |
| Location: | London | |
| Year Shot: | 1963 (Actual Year) | |
| Audio: | Yes | |
| Color: | No | |
| Headings: | CROWDS: Spectators, Sports LOCATIONS/EUROPE: UK, England, London SPORTS/TRACK & FIELD: Pole Vault | |
| Description: | John Pennel, warming up for the U.S.-Soviet meet in Moscow, hits 16 feet 8 3/4 inches for a new world mark. It breaks the one held by Brian Sternberg who was paralyzed in a training accident. London At Britness Track & Field Championships in London sport fans pack the stadium. MCUS - Pole Vaulter goes over the pole while photographers are on hand to record the event on film. CUS - John Pennel from the US goes over the pole and sets a new World Record. MCUS - His coaches run up and hug and congratulate him on his outstanding performance. CUS - John Pennel smiling in total disbelief of his new accomplishment. | |
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