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Eisenhower Speech to British Military Graduation, n.d.

Reel Number: 220286-08

Color: Black and White

Sound: SD

Year / Date: 1940s

Country: England,United Kingdom

Location:

TC Begins: 02:05:38

TC Ends: 02:16:18

Duration: 00:10:40

Eisenhower Speech to British Military Graduation, n.d. Ext. SOF Eisenhower speaking, saluting, was introduced by General Fanshaw (not seen) at military graduation in England. Ike speaks re special relationship. “We are on the side of decency, honor...much remains to be done...we can & must win this war. I think we've shown we can work together as a unified team...” 02:10:30 British troops marching w/ field behind. 02:10:39 Ike salutes from steps as troops march past to band music (SOF). Troops march inside. Ike speech from steps: “It is up to you men to give your units whether it is a tank crew...leadership every hour of the day, every day of the week. You must know every one of your men...you must be their leader, their father, their mentor, even if you are half their age... You must be the one that goes to their rescue...” Stands beside Gen. Fanshaw. Men formally march into building. Generals leaving, Ike into car. Kay Summersby? 02:15:56 MOS. Ike & British military march between line of tanks. Eisenhower & others watching training exercise on obstacle course. American - British Relations; Leadership; WW2;

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