100,000 in Berlin Defy Red Threat (Universal Newsreel, Jun 1961)

Description

The original release sheet reads: 100,000 IN BERLIN DEFY RED THREAT More than 1,500 separate rallys throughout West Germany mark the 8th Anniversary of the anti-Communist uprising in East Germany. With Khrushchev renewing his threat to recognize the East German government, the free Germans put on a show of unity that sees 100,000 mass before Berlin's City Hall. BRITISH SHOW ARMED MIGHT In the largest military maneuvers since the end of the War, units if the British Navy, Army and Air Force take part in Operation "Saucy Sue". It's an impressive show of power. NEW CARGO PLANE UNVEILED A new cargo plane with a tail that swings away from loading makes its debut in Canada. As it cuts loading time, the new plane is expected to lead to reduced rates. HATS COMPETE WITH HORSES There's a new multi-million dollar grandstand at ancient Ascot race track, but even that doesn't overshadow the presence of Queen Elizabeth and the parade of women's new hats that compete with the horses. SPORTS RECORDS FALL AT TRACK MEET Records fall at the National Collegiate Field and Track Championships in Philadelphia. The crowd is treated to a thrilling meet as they see Dyrol Burleson run a 4:05 minute mile.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library