General “Ike” Comes Home! (Universal Newsreel, Jun 1945)

Description

The original release sheet reads: 1. GENERAL “IKE” COMES HOME!: The General of the Army receives a riotous reception on his arrival in Washington. More than a million people forget the heat and humidity to roar their welcome to the man who has been termed one of the greatest generals in history. His message to Congress is a message to all Americans, as he pleads for unity in the war to he won.—LONDON . . . General Eisenhower is given the freedom of the city, an honor that has been granted to but five Americans. Another symbolic honor is the presentation of the Duke of Wellington’s sword before the general addresses a throng at Mansion House. He tells them that they helped cement the bond between the two countries.—PARIS . . . In the shadow of the Arc de Triomphe, General Eisenhower is decorated with the Medal of Liberation by General Charles de Gaulle. The Liberator of France receives his reward.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library