Pacific Close Up (1944)

Item title reads Pacific closeup. Marshall Islands. Various shots of the naval bombardment on Kwajalein and Roi. Allied troops advance through scorched earth, they wear white patches on the backs of their uniform so allied planes can identify them. Marines set fire to wooden huts in case any Japanese soldiers are hiding. L, S as smoke rises. Various shots as guns are fired. American troops prevail on a group of Japanese to surrender, they hold up white flag and put their hands up. Various shots of the prisoners as they are stripped off and given overalls. Various shots as they are driven off to another part. Various shots of native Kanakas waving after being freed from the Japanese. The prisoners of war wear labels around their necks. Various shots as the allies celebrate by eating Kwajalein chicken. Various shots of Admiral Nimitz, Pacific Fleet Commander, with his men. Good shot of American flag in earth with marines standing around. FILM A VIDEO FROM BRITISH PATHÉ. EXPLORE OUR ONL