| THE GATE OF PEACE The American Navy are present at the unveiling of a memorial to American prisoners-of-war who died in internment before 1828. | ||
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| This clip is not available for streaming at this time. Please contact WPA. | Tape Master: | 5386 |
| Catalog #: | 242542 | |
| Clip Number: | 242542-1 | |
| Orginal Film: | G 1508 | |
| Timecode: | 01:46:40 - 01:47:49 | |
| Location: | Dartmoor, Devon. | |
| Year Shot: | 1928 (Actual Year) | |
| Audio: | No | |
| Color: | No | |
| Headings: | CEREMONIES: Memorial LOCATIONS/EUROPE: UK, England, Devon | |
| Description: | The Gate of Peace - erected by convicts - a memorial to 218 American prisoners-of-war who died in internment over hundred years ago - unveiled... Dartmoor, Devon. M/S of a group of a Naval band marching along, followed by a sailor carrying the American flag (Stars and Stripes) and a troop of sailors. Several shots show a large crowd gathered before a memorial - a stone arch over a gate - where a clergyman is conducting a service. The American and British flags are crossed over the memorial stone; they are parted to reveal a dedication plaque. M/S of the gate from the other side; part of the crowd and some sailors are seen from behind. | |
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