STK-ID 4687

Canada's Defence Measures (00/08/1939 to 00/09/1939): shots in Montreal of soldiers guarding bridges, canals and railways. Shots of tents pitched near railway, of Black Watch man guarding bridge, turning back group of young cyclists. Shots of members of Black Watch in front of their armoury. Three shots of civilians reading latest news bulletins posted on side of building. Three shots of grain carrier being unloaded in Montreal harbour. TILT DOWN from elevator to ship appearing to be sinking by the stern. Shots on soldiers guarding their armouries, patrolling back and forth smartly.

DETAILS

Excerpt from
Canadian News
Location
Montreal
Year
1939
Collection
National Film Board
Available formats
Reel 35 mm, Digital Bétacam, Digital Video Disk
Shooting format
35mm fine grain b&w
Aspect ratio
4/3
Available resolutions
720 x 486