Swedish Track Star Gunder Hagg Sets New Record For Mile

Record-Setting Mile Run in America

Witness the achievements of Swedish track star Gunder Hagg as he sets a new record for a mile run outdoors in America. Experience historical footage of Gunder Hagg's race at Harvard University stadium and memorable moments at Boston Fenway Park in 1943.

Part of this Complete Newsreel Film

1943 Military Newsreel Issue #37: Triumphs, Challenges, and Calls for Surrender

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