Citizens Army
About this item
Description |
Men from a variety of backgrounds and professional fields are trained for the British Home Guard. Describes the development and standardization of this volunteer citizen’s army. Scenes from training schools show instruction in use of modern weapons, methods of attack, camouflage, and dispersal under aircraft fire. Depicts practice maneuvers in the heart of London. |
Creator |
Strand Film Production Great Britain. Ministry of Information |
Contributor |
Donald Taylor: Produced By; Ivan Moffat: Directed By; Charles Marlborough: Camera; Robert Speaight: Commentary; C. Tasto: Recorded By |
Date Issued |
1941 |
Original Format |
16mm print |
Duration |
10:38 |
Color/Black & White |
B&W |
Sound/Silent |
Sound |
Nation of Origin |
U.K. |
Geographic Coverage |
U.K. |