North African Album Part 3

Description

This RKO Pathe short film examines the camp life of American soldiers and nurses stationed in North Africa during World War II. Included are scenes of bivouacs and a humorous sequence on new uses for the Army helmet. Soldiers and members of the Women's Army Corps (WAC) on leave in Casablanca's outdoor cafes are shown, and Martha Raye is shown performing in a USO show. Additional footage includes mobile Army field hospitals staffed by Army nurses and Red Cross volunteers, and American, British, and French troops on parade in Algiers. The film was directed by Howard Winner, produced by Frederic Ullman, Jr., and written by Alfred Butterfield.

Collection

Records of the U.S. Information Agency

Series

Moving Images Relating to U.S. Domestic and International Activities