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French President Charles De Gaulle Stands Firm On Army Revolt
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keywords: france, general charles de gaulle, french foreign legion, algeria, insurrection
Synopsis: Insurrection flares in Algeria as four French generals, with the aid of units of the French Foreign Legion and the Army, seize the city of Algeria and other key points. With a paratrooper invasion feared, Paris becomes an armed camp as the airports are closed and then put under heavy guard. President Charles De Gaulle assumes dictatorial power and appeals for unity.
- Date: 1961
- Duration: 00:01:31
- Sound: Yes
- Color: Monochrome
- Type: Public Domain
- Language: English
- Location: France, Algeria
- Related Titles:
- Newsreels: 1961 - April 24
