A/V Geeks 16mm Films | [Indonesia Can1-2, silent, 1950s] @avgeeks | Uploaded October 2024 | Updated October 2024, 6 hours ago.
This 1950s footage offers a vivid portrayal of life in Indonesia, blending scenes of urban and rural environments, cultural traditions, and economic activities. It captures bustling city streets, infrastructure like power plants and airports, and industrial work such as freight loading at ports. In the countryside, farmers labor in rice paddies, orchards, and fields, while traditional craftsmanship is highlighted in weaving and textile production. Cultural ceremonies showcase dance and music, with children and adults in elaborate costumes. Maps depict Indonesia's geography and population movements, emphasizing the country’s size and diversity. The footage reflects a dynamic and evolving Indonesia, deeply connected to its land, traditions, and people.
We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
This 1950s footage offers a vivid portrayal of life in Indonesia, blending scenes of urban and rural environments, cultural traditions, and economic activities. It captures bustling city streets, infrastructure like power plants and airports, and industrial work such as freight loading at ports. In the countryside, farmers labor in rice paddies, orchards, and fields, while traditional craftsmanship is highlighted in weaving and textile production. Cultural ceremonies showcase dance and music, with children and adults in elaborate costumes. Maps depict Indonesia's geography and population movements, emphasizing the country’s size and diversity. The footage reflects a dynamic and evolving Indonesia, deeply connected to its land, traditions, and people.
We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
![[Indonesia Can1-2, silent, 1950s]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RjEV1sUBxjU/hqdefault.jpg "[Indonesia Can1-2, silent, 1950s]
This 1950s footage offers a vivid portrayal of life in Indonesia, blending scenes of urban and rural environments, cultural traditions, and economic activities. It captures bustling city streets, infrastructure like power plants and airports, and industrial work such as freight loading at ports. In the countryside, farmers labor in rice paddies, orchards, and fields, while traditional craftsmanship is highlighted in weaving and textile production. Cultural ceremonies showcase dance and music, with children and adults in elaborate costumes. Maps depict Indonesias geography and population movements, emphasizing the country’s size and diversity. The footage reflects a dynamic and evolving Indonesia, deeply connected to its land, traditions, and people.
We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.")
![[News Magazine of the Screen March 1952]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Uu3KWKxwT7Y/hqdefault.jpg "[News Magazine of the Screen March 1952]
This newsreel discusses various events and developments during the Korean War, highlighting United Nations troops advances toward Seoul and their strategy of destroying the enemy rather than capturing territory. It mentions General MacArthurs leadership, the role of the American Red Cross in supporting troops and veterans, and innovations in military vehicles. Additionally, it covers athletic achievements in the U.S., a memorial for four chaplains, and Australias growth and contributions to democracy and the military during and after World War II.
Keywords
Korean War, United Nations, General MacArthur, military strategy, American Red Cross, athletic achievements, four chaplains memorial, Australia, democracy, military innovation
We digitized and uploaded this film from the Prelinger Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.")
