18 Nation Naval Review (Universal Newsreel, Jun 1957)

Description

The original release sheet reads: 1. 18 NATION NAVAL REVIEW - 114 men-of-war from thirteen nations take part in an international naval review, the first in this hemisphere in 50 years, honoring the 350th anniversary of the founding of Jamestown. The 14-mile column of ships off Norfolk, Va., comprises an awesome display of modern sea power. 2. MAYFLOWER II REACHES NEW WORLD - The Mayflower II completes her voyage from England, reaching Plymouth in 14 days less than her historic predecessor, to be greeted by crowds of friendly natives, and ceremonies of welcome on the site of the original Pilgrims' landing. 3A/B/C/D. HAWK MISSILE - The newest air defense missile in the Army's arsenal, the Hawk, is demonstrated. It will supplement the Nike in guarding U. S. cities. / POLISH TRADE FAIR - At Poznan, scene of the workers' riots which touched off Poland's bid for a loosening of Russia's yoke, 30 nations including the U. S. take part in a trade and industry exposition. / FRENCH PRIME MINISTER - Following another French governmental crisis, 42-year-old Bourges-Manoury becomes the 32nd Prime Minister since World War II. / HOUSE OF TOMORROW is opened to the public at Disneyland in California. All plastic, it boasts dozens of new features including a kitchen with atomically treated food and ultrasonically washed dishes. 4. WAR CANOE RACE - Indians from the coastal tribes of Washington and British Columbia gather at the Lummi Reservation near Bellingham for a tribal water carnival, highlighted by a war canoe race, in which 11-man crew propel the sleek craft at a breathtaking clip. (TRAILER) BUY WAR BONDS—JACK WEBB TELLS WHY. (LOCAL – SAN FRANCISCO) SPORTSMEN FEAST FROM GLOBAL MENU.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library