
News Parade of 1945 (silent)
This Castle Films newsreel provides a concise summary of the monumental events that defined 1945, one of the most pivotal years of the 20th century. In just under three minutes, it highlights the atomic bombing of Nagasaki, the end of World War II with V-E Day and V-J Day, the passing of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, the Nuremberg Trials, and the joyous return of millions of GIs to their homes. The reel captures the gravity and relief of the year’s defining moments, presenting a snapshot of history that underscores the seismic shifts in global politics and human achievement.
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