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For the first time, in book form, there is concise information about the surviving motion pictures that were taken during what was known then as the Great War, over 90 years ago. BATTLEFILM: U.S. Army Signal Corps Motion Pictures of the Great War, details 467 film titles that cover America's part in this conflict Included are films produced and donated (or seized) by Allied and Central Powers countries. Each of the 957 reels of action is described using data gathered from actual Army records.These historic films of World War I action exist today on silent, black and white motion picture film. They were shot on-location, as history happened, by dedicated and courageous soldier-cameramen. They are now considered official records of the United States Government and are preserved in the U.S. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) as part of the world's largest film archive.This information-packed catalog and guide is designed to help you find the films and scenes you need through the books logical layout and an extensive index. It also includes the NARA catalog number for each title so that you can conduct further research or order a copy for your own film or video collection.Whether you're a historian, media researcher, documentary producer, a student of film, or a re-enactor, this book provides an accurate and timeless reference to the moving images of America's effort in the "War to End All Wars."ABOUT THE AUTHORA retired U.S. Air Force officer, Phil Stewart has been a historical film consultant, video producer, TV producer/director, multimedia manager and occasional author for over 30 years. He also volunteers as a motion picture film researcher for the National Museum of the United States Air Force. Mr. Stewart is a member of the American AviationHistorical Society, World War I Aero, and the League of World War I Aviation Historians. Along with his wife and two cats, he lives quietly on the Emerald Coast of Florida..
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