STK-ID 36356

Les Reportages no 64: La Croix de Victoria au major Triquet (Victoria Cross to Major Paul Triquet) [remark: Triquet was the first French Canadian to receive Victoria Cross.] LAMS of church spire in Cabano, Quebec, leafless trees in foreground. MS PAN of Major Paul Triquet family's home. MS of officer helping Triquet's mother down balcony stairs. MS of army cadets parading in Cabano street. Shots of unidentified personalities at Triquet's welcoming party. Shots of soldiers and band lined up at airport for Triquet's arrival, of Triquet being greeted by VIP and by navy officer on airfield. Interior shots of Triquet sitting on dais. Shots of Triquet displaying Victoria Cross to camera. Exterior shots of Triquet being greeted by Minister of Defence JL Ralston and General HDG Crerar. Interior CSs of Triquet.

DETAILS

Excerpt from
Les Reportages no 64
Location
Temiscouata-sur-le-Lac
Year
1944
Collection
National Film Board
Available formats
Reel 35 mm, Video HI 8
Shooting format
35mm fine grain b&w
Aspect ratio
4/3