Reel 6 of Victory in the West (Sieg im Westen) showcases critical moments in Germany’s Western Campaign during World War II. The reel opens with German tanks crossing rivers and artillery preparation for the attack on fortified Hill No. 505 near Sedan. Stunning footage depicts the devastation caused by German heavy artillery, followed by assault troops and Panzer divisions overcoming French defenses. The surrender of French General Henri Giraud marks a pivotal event, with animations highlighting Rommel’s rapid breakthrough to Abbeville and the Channel coast. The narrative intensifies with dramatic street fighting in Abbeville, German artillery action, and the assembly of tanks overlooking the English Channel. The reel concludes with vivid scenes of Allied counterattacks near Dunkirk, including British light tanks advancing at high speed and French forces attempting to hold their ground. With a mix of animation and live-action footage, Reel 6 captures the relentless push of German forces and the Allied struggles to resist.
Victory in the West (Sieg im Westen) WWII Propaganda Film - 1941