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Newsreels: 1953 Events At Home And Abroad
Newsreels 1953 stock footage documents world events, politics and war as well as sports, fashion and entertainment for the year of 1953. Our Public Domain Stock Footage newsreels cover every major world event, the not so major events, strides in technology, the lives of public figures, fads and trends. Newsreels 1953 is an incredibly rich resource of visual history that tells the story of the year 1953. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53021)
MARAUDING RED MIG SHOOTS DOWN U.S. JET IN GERMANY
A marauding Red MIG fighter attacks U.S. jets 15 miles inside the American zone, and downs one. The pilots tell the story of this latest act of Cold War Communist aggression.
U.S. FIGHTERS DOWN MIGS IN AIR COMBAT IN KOREA
Gun camera films show spectacular action scenes as U.S. fighters blast Red MIG’s, action that grimly echoes halfway across the world, as tension mounts over European air combat incidents.
TIME OF THE SEASON FOR ICE BREAKERS
With the coming of spring, ice-breakers push out into the frozen St. Lawrence River, to clear the channel for shipping.
FIRST SUCESSFUL 'ORNITHOPTER' IS DEMONSTRATED
The first successful model 'Ornithopter', flying by means of flapping wings, is demonstrated. This model has licked a problem that has baffled inventors since Leonardo da Vinci.
EASTER FASHION SHOW IN ITALY
A preview of spring finery puts the emphasis on colorful, twirly skirts, and jaunty, gaily decorated hats with a spritely Spring garden theme.
NEW WORLD RECORD SET FOR SKI JUMPING
At the huge new jump at Kulm, in the Alps, ski-flyers soar to new heights. Sepp Bradl of Austria flies downhill 400 feet to a new record. |
| keywords: air combat, korean war, ice breaking, ice breakers, ornithopter, italian spring fashions, ski jumping |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53024)
AUTOMATIC CAMERAS RECORD HOUSE CAUGHT IN ATOMIC BLAST
Automatic cameras show a typical U.S. house smashed at the AEC’s latest series of atomic tests. Inside the fire-cloud, you see the A-bomb’s fiery impact crush the specially-built dwelling.
AIR FORCE TRANSPORT CRASH IN CALIFORNIA, 35 PERISH
Thirty Air Force personnel and five civilian crewmen die when their transport plane crashes just before landing. The tragic scene is marked by a five hundred yard swath of charred debris.
ADLAI STEVENSON VISITS KOREA
Democratic Party leader Adlai Stevenson’s tour of global trouble spots takes him to Korea. He talks with G.I.’s, and flies over the front lines in a two-seat fighter-bomber.
U.S. MARINE CORP's SUCCESSOR TO THE JEEP, THE 'MIGHTY MITE'
The Marine’s successor to the Jeep is shown, the 'Mighty Mite', smaller, stubbier, 1,000 pounds lighter and far more versatile. Designed for front line use, it can be flown by helicopter to tactical areas.
FORMER PRESIDENT HARRY S. TRUMAN AND FAMILY VISIT HAWAII
Admirers gather to wish Former President Harry S. Truman 'Bon Voyage', as he sails with his wife and daughter for a Hawaii.
FRENCH SPRING FASHIONS EMPHASIZE SIMPLICITY
Simplicity is the word in line and design of the French couturiers in their spring offerings. Hats range from the petite to a resurgence of the picture hat, and novel prints are the order of the day for afternoon wear.
OWNER OF A CHICAGO BOOK STORE IS UNMASKED AS AN ESCAPED GERMAN P.O.W.
The proprietor of a local book store, is unmasked as Reinhold Pabel, an escaped German prisoner of war. Since 1945, he married, built up a business and is the father of an 8 month old child. Now, he faces deportation back to Germany.
RADAR AIMED ROCKETS GIVE NEW ALL-WEATHER SABRE JET A KNOCKOUT PUNCH
First films show the new all-weather Sabrejet, armed with a battery of lethal, radar-aimed 'Mighty Mouse' rockets; sudden death for any enemy bomber unlucky enough to cross this interceptor’s path. |
| keywords: nuclear testing, atomic testing, adlai stevenson, 'mighty mite' jeep, french spring fashions, sabre jet |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53025)
BRITAIN MOUNS THE PASSING OF THEIR QUEEN
All of Britain mourns the passing of the Queen who embodied in herself all the qualities of her rank and title. She leaves an England, which she has bound to herself by bonds of affection as she bridged the gap between the Golden Era of Empire ravaged by two World Wars.
A VISIT TO OAK RIDGE RESEACH CENTER USING NEW TOOLS OF RADIOACTIVITY
Atomic Researchers probe the ultimate secrets of life, tracing the intricate processes of growth with science’s new tools of 'radioactivity'. Fundamental research on fish and livestock pays off with clues to new methods of cancer therapy and diagnosis; shown in a visit to Oak Ridge research center.
CUTIES GO GA GA OVER CARPENTRY
Newest hobby fad for the girls is a new home workshop gadget, easily converted from power saw to sander to lathe. Carpentry takes the place of gossip, as gals go ga-ga over gadgets.
A CAN-GO-ANYWHERE MILITARY VEHICLE
The answer to a military commander’s prayer is the 'Rolligon' a vehicle that can go anyplace a sure-fire burro can but carrying a lot more cargo. The secret; huge, soft, balloon-like tires, shaped like watermelons.
PARIS FASHION AT NEW YORK PRICES
Costly Paris originals are brought down to U.S. pocketbook levels by a New York fashion house. Side by side, the American interpretation and the original, duplicated in every detail.
SEATTLE HOSTS ANNUAL DOCK FISHING DERBY
Junior Izaak Waltons throng to the attack at Seattle’s Annual Dock Fishing Derby, hooking everything from old shoes to the big one that got away! |
| keywords: oak ridge research center, radioactivity, carpentry, rolligon, new york fashion show, seattle dock fishing derby |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53026)
VOLUNTEERS END TWO MONTHS IN SEALED IN AN UNDERSEA CRAFT
'Operation Hideout' ends and 23 volunteers who’ve spent 2 months sealed below-decks see the sky again. This research project on reaction to prolonged submerged conditions will determine the personnel factor in manning first atomic submarine.
AMMUNITION TRAIN DESTROYS TOWN
An ammunition train is derailed and the town of Lewis, Indiana is devastated. Only ten houses are left habitable, but thankfully injuries are slight, and there are no deaths, a near-miraculous escape.
FATHER CELEBRATES 75 YEARS MARRIED WHILE SON MARKS HIS 50TH
A unique joint celebration of Diamond and Golden wedding anniversaries by Mr. and Mrs. William Cook, and their son, Charles and his bride. They exchange vows again, cut a giant cake, and go off on second honeymoons.
SPRING STYLES AT A PARIS FASHION SHOW
Backstage at a French fashion photographer’s, for a peek over the cameraman’s shoulder at Paris’ latest spring styles. At another showing, Pierre Balmain reveals his spring line of evening gowns.
ANNUAL GRAND NATIONAL IN ENGLAND
Thirty-one starters in the 1953 edition of the century-old Aintree classic find the grueling course rougher than ever. Only five finish, two horses are killed, and two jockeys injured. The winner, 20 to 1 shot 'Early Mist', Irish bred and trained.
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| keywords: ammunition train, munitions explosion, lewis indiana, paris fashion show, grand national in england |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53027)
HUMAN WAVE ATTACKS BY COMMUNISTS MOWED DOWN BY ALLIED GUNS
Even as the Reds make prisoner of war exchange overtures, one of the bitterest battles of the war rages on 'Old Baldy', one of the strategic points on the invasion route to Seoul. Human waves of Chinese are mowed down by Allied guns.
X-PLANE IS A REAL ROCKET PLANE
The X-One-A launched from a B-29 Bomber glides down until its rocket motor takes hold. Unofficially it is believed to have reached twice the speed of sound.
FIRE RAZES RESORT HOTEL IN ATLANTIC CITY
Flames raze one of Atlantic City’s oldest resort hotels in a spectacular New Jersey fire that brings about the rescue of four trapped guests.
GENERAL JAMES VAN FLEET RETIRES
The distinguished four star Commander of the Eighth Army in Korea, is accorded full military honors as he retires after thirty-seven years of distinguished service.
GOMPERS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FOR CRIPPLED CHILDREN IS DEDICATED
The Gompers Memorial Hospital for crippled children is dedicated at Phoenix, an institution erected by the American Federation of Labor.
PRESIDENT DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER GIVES TO GOOD CAUSES
President Dwight D. Eisenhower welcomes four-year-old Judith Rasheta as she visits the White House to sell the President the first poppy of the V.F.W. Charity Drive. He also signs his bond application for former silent screen star Mary Pickford, for the bond-a-month drive.
SPRING IS IN THE AIR
Anglers swarm the Finger Lake region of New York as the Trout Season opens and the big ones were biting. In New York City, that harbinger of spring, the circus comes to town with a bigger and more thrilling show than ever. Out in the State of Washington, spring mud is here, and the motorcycle racers seem to dote on it and wallow in it. Yep, spring is practically here.
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| keywords: korean war, human wave attack, x plane, general james van fleet, gompers memorial hospital for crippled children |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53028)
U.N. CONTINUES TO HAMMER REDS ON GROUND AND IN THE AIR
As cautious and hopeful negotiations for POW exchange begin, that may pave the way for a truce, UN air and ground forces carry on the fighting without a letup, until the Reds’ sincerity is proven.
DIGNITARIES ARRIVE IN U.S.
Distinguished arrivals include the Duke of Windsor, returning from the funeral of his mother, Queen Mary, and West German Chancellor Konrad Adenauer, here for talks with President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
EGG ROLLING CONTEST ON WHITE HOUSE LAWN
President Dwight D. Eisenhower revives the old and boisterous custom of egg-rolling on the White House lawn, and over twenty thousand children, gremlins, and adults respond.
TWO NEW APPOINTED AMBASSADORS VISIT WHITE HOUSE
In the White House, President Dwight D. Eisenhower and Secretary of State John Foster Dulles talk with newly confirmed Ambassador to Russia Charles E. Bohlen, and Clare Luce, Ambassador to Italy.
MODERN ART GIVES EARRINGS A WHOLE NEW LOOK
Modern art invades women’s jewelry with dizzying results. Latest earring fad are glittering, intricate mobiles, twirling with every motion.
KOREAN WAR VETERANS GET A BIG APPLE WELCOME IN NEW YORK CITY
Twenty two hundred veterans, returning from Korea, got an all-out heroes reception from the city fireboats in the harbor, a ticker-tape parade, a City Hall welcome. There’s nothing too good for ‘em.
YOUNGSTER STEERS DRIVE TO GIVE SHOES TO KOREAN REFUGEES
Nine year old Johnny Ritch spearheads a youngster’s collection drive for shoes for Korean refugees and earns a bike for his efforts. |
| keywords: korean war, egg rolling contest, ambassador to russia charles e. bohlen, ambassador to italy clare luce |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53029)
U.S. PREPARING TO RECEIVE POW's RETURNING FROM RED CAPTIVITY
At Panmunjom, Korea, U.N. soldiers raise a tent city to receive the wounded and ill prisoners of war slated to be returned from Red captivity. Already on hand are medical personnel and facilities, an ambulance train, and helicopters to immediately airlift seriously ill POW's to hospital areas.
UNITED NATIONS CREATES FUND FOR CHILDREN OF THE WORLD
The United Nations’ International Children’s Emergency Fund undertakes one of the largest medical and welfare campaigns in history. All over the world, doctors carry on a large-scale fight against disease and malnutrition, a 20th Century Children’s Crusade.
NAVY SQUADRON FLIES HOME FROM COMBAT TOUR IN KOREA
A joyous occasion as a Navy patrol squadron completes a Trans-Pacific flight home after a six-month tour of duty in Korea.
FRENCH HAIR STYLISTS COMPETE FOR FAME AND FORTUNE
Hair stylists from all over France compete for fame and fortune. Hairdos exotic and glamorous vie for the spotlight; a difficult decision to make for the judges.
RED CHINESE FINALLY RELEASE JAPANESE POW's FROM WORLD WAR II
4,000 Japanese POW's see their homeland once again, after twelve years in China. Held since the end of World War II, they’ve been released by Communist Red China. Thousands throng the pier for emotional reunions with lost loved ones.
LOS ANGELES MOTORCYCLE DRILL TEAM DISPLAY THEIR SKILLS
Los Angeles’ crack motorcycle drill team displays their precision parade ground maneuvers; intertwining and criss-crossing at high speed in an impressive show, enough to give a traffic violator gray hair.
SEAGULL SHOT WITH AN ARROW GOES ABOUT ITS BUSINESS
A startling sight on the waterfront is a nameless seagull going about his bird business with an arrow transfixing its body: It flies, fights, and scrambles for food as usual, not bothered a bit by the arrow.
BASEBALL BOSTON BRAVES NOW BECOME THE MILWAUKEE BRAVES
The city turns out for a gala welcome, as its first major league team comes home for the first time. They roll out the red carpet for the new Milwaukee Braves, with 200,000 cheering fans on hand. Their old town of Boston was never like this, say team veterans.
HOLLYWOOD ACTOR TYRONE POWER URGES ALL AMERICANS TO AID IN CANCER FIGHT
The 1953 Cancer Drive opens, as Tyrone Power appeals to the Nation to aid the cause.
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| keywords: korean war, korean war pows, p.o.w., children's fund, french hair styles, baseball, milwaukee braves |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53030)
AGREEMENT SIGNED TO EXCHANGE POW's FROM BOTH SIDES OF THE KOREAN CONFLICT
At Panmunjom, Korea, U.N. and Communist liaison teams sign an agreement to exchange sick and wounded POW's as well as a request by the Reds to resume full-scale truce talks.
GROUP OF U.S. NEWSMEN RETURN HOME FROM USSR VISIT
A party of U.S. newspaper editors and newsmen return from a tour of the Soviet Union and report the people’s reactions to latest peace moves.
SQUADRON OF U.S. NAVY DESTROYERS RETURN HOME FROM TOUR IN KOREA
A U.S. Navy Destroyer Squadron returns from a tour of duty in Korean waters and crewmen get a hero’s welcome from friends, families, and sweethearts.
UNUSUAL FOOTAGE OF HOW NAVY TEST FIRES MUNITIONS
Unusual films show how Navy experts test shells to keep the fleet’s big guns up to par. Indoor blasts, action on the firing range, and spectacular scenes on the 'rocket railway'; testing weapons of tomorrow.
PRINCE JEAN OF LUXEMBURG AND PRINCESS JOSEPHINE CHARLOTTE OF BELGIUM WED
European Royalty turns out for the storybook wedding of the tiny Duchy’s Prince Jean and Belgium’s Princess Josephine Charlotte. One hundred thousand brave rain and sleet to toast the couple's happiness.
JUNIOR BOXERS GATHER IN ANNUAL NAVY EVENT
Navy youngsters join battle in the annual boxing tournament. The big guns of the mosquito fleet boom as these flyweights flail away.
TOP AIR FORCE JET ACE OF KOREA GETS HOMETOWN HONORS
The town of McKinney, Texas honors its favorite son, jet ace Colonel Royal Baker, top 'MIG Killer' of the U.S. Air Force. Jets roar overhead as friends and neighbors gather from miles around for the big parade.
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| keywords: korean war, pows, p.o.w., navy destroyer, navy test firing munitions, u.s. air force colonel royal baker |
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