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This clip is Part 1 of a 2-part film.
Christmas In Vietnam Part 1
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Newsreel-type coverage of Bob Hope and troupe, consisting of Anita Bryant; Jill St. John; Maria Alberghetti; Janis Paige; Miss Corinna (Kiriaki) Tsopei, Miss Universe; and Jerry Colonna presenting their annual Christmas show to US Forces stationed in Vietnam. Includes scenes of Bob Hope and troupe alighting from MATS C-118A--crowd reaction shots -- especially with Col Ezal, Base Comdr. After the regular show, Mr. Hope presented 1st Lt Williams of the 311th TCS with the American Red Cross Life Saving Award -- in return Mr. Hope received several mementoes, including an Air Commando hat.
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Records of U.S. Air Force Commands, Activities, and Organizations
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Moving Images Relating to Military Aviation Activities
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