Witness the solemn ceremony as Ambassador Mehmet Munir Ertegun of Turkey is laid to rest in Washington. Our historic footage captures the dignified proceedings, including scenes from the Turkey Embassy in Washington D.C. circa 1944 and the solemn procession to the cemetery.
Amidst the somber atmosphere, the image of the Turkish flag flies high, symbolizing Ambassador Ertegun's service and dedication. Notable figures such as Chief Justice Stone and Andrei Gromyko of the Soviet Union pay their respects as the Turkish Ambassador to the U.S. is interred in Arlington, Virginia.
WWII Newsreels 1944 Issue #74: Uniting Fronts and Historic Triumphs