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U.S. Marines Retake Seoul
Master 1848 - Tape 2 MS M-24 tank outfitted with bulldozer plate. Rear view MSs white male U.S. Marines firing Browning 1919A4 light machine gun; sideview MS overheating barrel of Browning machine gun being fired. MSs white male U.S. Marines engaged in combat, firing M1 Garand and Carbine .30 cal rifles. TLSs U.S. Marine throwing grenade into enemy tunnel on hill, another Marine cautiously approaching nest following explosion. MS white male U.S. Marine laying on ground, standing up with Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR) 1918A2 light machine gun. TLS Marine walking to dead enemy soldier outside bunker, pushing at corpse with foot. MS white male U.S. Marine staff sergeant bending over corpse. Panning MS burned, charred dead KPA (Korean People's Army, North Korea) soldiers outside bunker. Panning MS U.S. Marine walking through rubble, detritus of war. VO: "Victory at Seoul! 3 months ago the South Korean capital fell to the communists. Now the mayor & his administration are back. At Kimpo Airfield, the best in Korea, a Telenews cameraman films U.N. & gov't officials waiting for the Marines to capture gov't buildings 12 miles away before entering town. Overlooking the city, 1st Division leathernecks set up field communications with power supplied by jeeps... Just behind the lines, captured North Koreans are herded into emergency POW compounds. Many of the prisoners were caught in civilian clothes. U.N. intelligence teams give them a careful checkup. These Reds surrendered after going without food for four days. Up ahead, the fighting goes on. A bulldozing Marine tank buries die-hard Reds under their own defenses... Now the infantry closes in for the kill. The enemy's groundhog tactics: they burrow under the earth and must be blown out..."
LAWMAKERS
01.20.40-DUKE-notes the passing of two members of Congress over summer recess, LARRY MCDONALD (D-GA) who was killed in the KOREAN AIRLINER INCIDENT [shot down by Soviet Air force]. Still of Rep. McDONALD, described as a hardline conservative who opposed Communism and Government spending. Second member was a "giant", Senator HENRY JACKSON (D-WA). 01.21.17-Linda Wertheimer in front of Capitol, describes Sen. JACKSON as a lifelong politician with a reputation for domestic generosity and toughness in Foreign Affairs. Shots of Sen. JACKSON'S funeral, mourners. Sen. TED KENNEDY gives a eulogy. Pundit GEORGE WILL gives a praiseful eulogy of JACKSON as a hero. Sen. PAT MOYNIHAN (D-NY) urges that remembering what JACKSON did should lead the rest of the Senate to remember work yet to be done. Stills of JACKSON. C/S Sen. JIM SASSER (D-TN), says JACKSON was in the mold of other great Senators like JFK. Clip of 1972 JACKSON PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN ad. WERTHEIMER v.o.-JACKSON'S support for Vietnam War killed his 1972 candidacy, his "insider" status hurt him in 1976 as Democrats tried to distance themselves from the image of corruption in Washington. 01.23.21-C/S Sen. JACKSON on panel of SENATE COMMITTEE. M/S JACKSON approaching microphone stand outside WHITE HOUSE. v.o.-JACKSON believed in strong DEFENSE, support of ISRAEL, and distrust of SOVIET UNION, all integral parts of U.S. foreign policy. Shot of Committee hearing, 1979, JACKSON questioning AL HAIG about the Russian's plans to achieve military superiority. C/S JACKSON entering a room to give a press statement, JACKSON speaking to denounce the SOVIETS for shooting down the KOREAN AIRLINER. C/S Sen. JOHN TOWER (R-TX), says that JACKSON'S loss will hurt the Senate in trying to maintain adequate DEFENSE. C/S Sen. SAM NUNN (D-GA), says that JACKSON was a stalwart in DEFENSE area. C/S Sen. SASSER, says he'll miss "Scoop" Jackson as a person. Sen. NUNN says JACKSON had the enthusiasm of a freshman Senator, a big influence on the others. B/W Still of JACKSON, title reads 1912-1983. 01.25.38-DUKE-The Press will miss JACKSON, who was always professional in taking criticism from the press. DUKE offers a personal assessment of JACKSON as a man of high integrity. Signs off. Closing credits/transcript information/WETA credit/sponsor credits/PBS ID. 01.27.45--OUT
News in Brief: Koje Island Riots.
News in Brief: Koje Island Riots. "This prison island, already the scene of violence between Communist prisoners and anti-Red converts, flares into violence again. Communist prisoners started the riot by jeering at converted prisoners." **Note: The violence described is not shown in this footage. A couple of Korean prisoners of war (POWs) enter gate to compound, past African American MP. Shot through barbed wire of a few prisoners, one seems happy. Man (Captain Walter Leahy?) poses for camera, bandage on his head, holding a rock Leahy claims wounded him; with him is General Francis Dodd (?). Other shots through the barbed wire.
Korea - Red Invasion Threatens Third World Conflict
Shaky, grainy, dark in contrast and imagery Korea - Red Invasion Threatens Third World Conflict The cold war turns hot, as the red-inspired invasion of Southern Korea threatens the peace of the world. On-the-spot films show recent visit of John Foster Dulles to front areas now over-run. In New York, the U.N. Security Council meets and passes resolution calling for cease-fire, as Korean delegate asks quick help. UN Member Addressing The Counsel: "The present situation is a serious one (inaudible) for international peace. Most of this is inaudible and would not make sense."
45th Infantry Division Leaves For Home
Korea: 45th Infantry Division Leaves For Home The first infantry to leave for home since the fighting began prepares to embark after Generals Taylor and Fisher deliver farewell addresses. The Forty-fifth better known as the Thunderbird Division was originally an Oklahoma - National Guard Unit and will be de-federalized on their return to America. Polish representatives are present to view the embarkation. It s the first lap homeward and General Taylor wishes them God Speed , as they file aboard the landing craft. Old Baldy and Heart Break Ridge are just old memories now as state sides beckons after a glorious Korean War.
The President Meets General Macarthur
The President Meets Gen Macarthur The President and the Commander-In-Chief of the United Nations forces meet on Wake Island for a conference on the Korean War and the far Eastern situation in general. While the discussions takes place, the mighty battleship Missouri hammers the Korean coast with its giant guns, while un troops close in on the red capital of Pyongyang. MCU Aerial of Wake Island. CU President Truman and General Douglas Macarthur. MS Military station on Wake Island. MCU General Macarthur and another officer walking into the military station. CU President Truman presents Macarthur with his fourth Oak Leaf Cluster. MLS Silhouette of the Battleship, The Missouri with it's guns being raised. OHS The Battleship Missouri big guns. MS The Missouri's flag blowing in the wind MCU The shells being loaded into the guns. MCU Of the number of men it takes to fire one of the guns. MLS Shelling Korea and the shells exploding. MCU Fire and smoke coming out of the barrels of these large guns as there being fired.
Soldiers Recreating at Camp
LS of American soldiers seated in circle, smoking and talking. Various shots of small Korean child carrying baby on back, eating food given by American soldiers. Various shots of American soldiers eating, playing cards, cooking and sleeping. Medium shots of American soldier handling fallen tree and bazooka, CU of soldier smoking. MS of soldier getting haircut. MS of American soldier smoking and carrying supplies down rural road.
Amputees Show Fitness
Two disabled veterans of World War II, in Washington to show Korean wounded that recovery with artificial limbs can be attained, show President Truman how adept they are despite their handicaps. CUS - Herman Fepper lost both his legs in WWII demonstrates to President Truman how two prostheses that replaced both legs help him get around MCUS - Many Culberry lost both his arms and once again how the two prostheses help him lead a normal life as possible, he demonstrates his flexibility by pulling out a matchbook, striking a match to light a cigarette CUS - President Truman shaking the hands of the vets at one time
Johnson Out, General C. Marshall In
Johnson Out, General C. Marshall In The former chief of staff and one-time state secretary, George C. Marshall, takes over as defense chief following the resignation of Louis Johnson. New task for an old soldier. George C. Marshall acted as a diplomat as Secretary of State from 1947 to 1949, and helped formulate the Marshall Plan. For one year during the Korean War, General Marshall was Secretary of Defense. A civilian post in the US Cabinet. MCU of General Marshall walking up the steps in his civilian cloths. MCU of General Marshall sitting at his desk. CU of Secretary of Defense, General George C Marshall.
Various Bob Hope USO Tour
Master 1850 - Tape 2 Various excerpts from 1950s era Bob Hope USO Tour shows: MSs entertainer BOB HOPE performing comedy sketch with comedian JERRY COLONNA at 1950 USO Show; Bob Hope wears light-colored suit w/ striped tie and stands on stage, while Jerry Colonna wears U.S. Army dress uniform & sits in audience with soldiers dressed similarly. TLS U.S. Army and Republic of Korea (RoK) soldiers sitting, smoking, clapping on snowy hill in Korea, all dressed in winter fatigues, parkas, arctic caps while watching outdoor 1956 USO Show during Korean War. TLS entertainer BOB HOPE wearing black tuxedo, dancing with entertainer GINGER ROGERS on soundstage, 1950 USO Show taping.
Tucker Carlson: Unfiltered - Show # 103C1
Tucker Carlson: Unfiltered - Show # 103C1 - Show Intro: topics include War on Terrorism, Imperial America, Saddam Hussein, Kim Jong il. Composite (unclean) footage with Tucker Carlson title and text: Handover of Iraq with Paul Bremer shaking hands with Iraqi leader, fireworks display, American soldier carrying wire as he walks through Middle-Eastern city, quick shot of American flag, marines carrying flag draped coffin, military funeral with morning & gun salute. Saddam Hussein talking & pointing his finger at camera, Dr. K.A. Paul feeding children. Kim Jong il and Madelyn Albright toasting glasses, infant Korean children seated on floor of empty room (orphans). Introduction of guests Deroy Murdock and Christopher Hitchens.
A Conversation with Richard Nixon
Paul Niven asks former U.S. Vice-President Richard Nixon whether he thinks there is too much power concentrated in the Presidency, the Executive Branch. In terms of spending, the power of the Presidency does bother him. In terms of the conduct of foreign policy, the power doesn't bother him. Nixon doesn't believe there will ever be another declaration of war through Congress. Niven asks if that's rightly so, but Nixon states it doesn't matter. It is reality due to nuclear weapons. Future wars will no longer be conventional such as the Korean War, but potentially nuclear or guerilla in character. Nixon does not want to restrict a President, be it Republican or Democrat, if quick action is required. Perhaps there is a way key members of Congress can be consulted before action is taken, but the President must be able to act quickly, if needed, in the national interest.
U.S. Troops in Korea
Master 1848 - Tape 1 TLS/MSs white male U.S. Marines (USMC, U.S.M.C., Marine Corps) marching in retreat while wearing full combat gear (note the camouflage covering on M1 helmets) along dusty road in Korea. Jeeps and trucks accompany the retreat. VO: "A full-scale hasty retreat for United Nations troops in Korea after their offensive past, retreat that causes a world-wide crisis. The immediate enemy, the Chinese communists... Diplomatic maneuvering to stop the conflict is stalemated for the time being, as UN forces continue their withdrawal, facing an estimated 800,000 Reds. Outnumbered at least 6 to 1, only two courses of action seemed possible: complete surrender of all Korea to the communists or war with communist China..." TLS/MSs white male raider team of U.S. Marines marching in full combat gear and black camo cream smeared across faces (VO refers this as "blackface") while carrying rubber rafts and paddles. High angle LS U.S. Marine unit marching through valley. High angle TLS U.S. Marine unit marching through Korean village, along dusty rural road. MSs white male U.S. Marines marching with Browning Automatic Rifles (BAR) 1918A2 light machine guns. Rear view LS U.S. Marines marching up hill through countryside. MS Arkansas flag flying from flagpole. MS white male U.S. Army soldier marching past camera with BAR machine gun slung over shoulder, cigarette in mouth. MS U.S. soldiers crossing stream, stepping on rocks. MS white male GI wearing glasses, M1 steel helmet, carrying M1 Garand rifle with affixed bayonet and walking to cam. TLS 17th Regiment of Republic of Korea (RoK) Army marching, passing camera. LS U.S. Marines marching along shore near wooded area. VO: "This week the offensive continues in Korea. Marines filmed by a leatherneck cameraman move up to take Hill 148. Their objective, a nearby summit crawling with Red snipers and machine gunners." (Edit) "Passing before the Signal Corps cameraman, the GIs start the day s action. They had to backtrack over the same territory a short time later when the Chinese Reds penetrated south of the parallel." (edit) "The 17th South Korean regiment was among reinforcements."
U.S. Marines Mobilize, Deploy for Korea
Master 1804 - Tape 1 MS granite sign near entrance-- "U.S. Naval Air Station, Los Alamitos, California" -- atop which a handmade sign reads, "Associate with Naval Reserve, A Hobby with a Future." TLS U.S. Navy ensign waving, motioning 1950 model Dodge to stop at naval base entrance. LS U.S. Marines taking a breather during mobilization at Camp Pendleton, gear scattered about; MS three white male U.S. Marines inspecting, cocking Browning 1919A4 light machine gun; MS U.S. Marine Sergeant sitting Indian-style, petting adorable white puppy perched in helmet. LS/TLS/MSs Marine Division marching w/ combat gear; Marines wear M1944 herring-bone twill uniforms w/ M1 steel helmets w/ beach camouflage. TLS Marines filing toward transport ship. MS U.S. Marines of Communications Unit ascending to ship, carrying transmitters & coiled telephone wires. TLS/LSs armor (tanks, trucks, Jeeps) being secured aboard ship. TLS USMC propeller fighter planes w/ folding wings (Corsairs?) docked on carrier. VO: "... division stationed at Camp Pendleton, the Korean War was much closer. They received orders to move to San Diego, their port of embarkation to the Far East. Meanwhile, the Marine Corps announces alerting for active duty all organized Marine Reserve units, an estimated 50,000 men. The Leathernecks go quietly aboard, each man fully equipped for combat. Communications squad men of the closely-knit unit carry telephone wires on their backs. Others tow transmitters & walkie-talkies. Like an Army division, the Marines carry their own armored vehicles, Unlike the Army, the Marines have their own tactical air support."
Recommisioning USS Walker, USS Sproston, and Battleship New Jersey
Master 1791 - Tape 1 SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA LS docked U.S. Navy destroyers USS Walker (DD-517) and USS Sproston (DD-577); LS/TLSs uniformed USN sailors, ensigns, seamen boarding vessel, standing at attention on deck; MS well-dressed middle-aged white adults (some young children) sitting in spectator stands; MS U.S. naval officers including a captain, a commander, and an admiral saluting; great TLS sailors raising American flag (Stars and Stripes, Old Glory, U.S. flag) aboard ship deck; TLS sailors standing solemn on deck, hats removed, officers with caps over hearts, then all placing hats on heads. VO: "This week the Navy took stock of its war potential despite imminent victory n the Korean front. Washington ordered an expanded Navy, and in San Diego, California, more destroyers joined the active fleet. Flying her commission and ensign jack, another destroyer joins America's peacetime navy geared for immediate wartime action." BAYONNE, NEW JERSEY LS crane raising dome over battleship New Jersey (BB-62); panning TLS New Jersey from bow to massive deck artillery guns. VO: "Meanwhile, across the nation in Bayonne, New Jersey, the Navy unwrapped a giant battleship. The 45,000 ton New Jersey is being reawakened after a two year sleep in the mothball fleet."
LAWMAKERS
WETA "LAWMAKERS" 9/15/1983 IN 19.57.50-WETA credit/sponsor credits/title sequence. 19.58.43-PAUL DUKE/LINDA WERTHEIMER/COKIE ROBERTS-On program-new FOREIGN POLICY problems in Congress, many due to the KOREAN AIRLINER incident-distrust of SOVIET UNION translates into stronger support for REAGAN on MX MISSILE. Rep. LARRY McDONALD (D-GA) was killed in the incident, now a Conservative hero. LEBANON unrest of concern for U.S. MARINES in LEBANON. The point of contention between Congress and REAGAN is the validity of WAR POWERS ACT, which branch has authority to sent troops to combat. 20.00.05-C/S Rep. GERALD SOLOMON (R-NY) says that FOREIGN POLICY is REAGAN'S job, trots out "535 cooks" argument [that's right, jerry, just excuse yourself from thinking and follow ronnie]. C/S Rep. STEPHEN SOLARZ, argues that the important powers of WAR belong to the Congress according to the Constitution. Exterior of White House, Exterior of Capitol. ROBERTS v.o.-the lines between "foreign policy" and "war" are hazy [especially with REAGAN in office!!!]. Shots of military compound in BEIRUT, with artillery shells exploding nearby. V.o.-discussion of regualtions of WAR POWERS ACT. Shot of an ARMORED VEHICLE driving down a road around BEIRUT. C/S a MARINE field commander, discusses causalties to his unit in BEIRUT. More shots of the military compound, C/S MARINES in combat fatigues/helmets. 20.01.21-C/S Sen. CHARLES MATHIAS (R-MD) says the WAR POWERS ACT provisions do apply. Rep. SOLOMON says there is no hostility in BEIRUT (a condition of WAR POWERS ACT), so the question is moot. Rep. LEE HAMILTON (D-IN) in office, says that if the WAR POWERS ACT doesn't apply to BEIRUT, then it could never apply anywhere, mentions steady CASUALTIES of U.S. MARINES. REAGAN shouldn't be allowed to get away with violating the act. Sen. MATHIAS says the end of Vietnam was tumultuous, and Congress felt strongly that it should be able to prevent a similar fiasco. ROBERTS v.o.-all presidents since NIXON have objected to the WAR POWERS ACT. C/U page with text of WAR POWERS ACT. 20.03.06-C/S Sen. CHARLES PERCY (R-IL) in office, says the law restores the balance of power to Congress, since modern wars have been prosecuted without formal declarations of war. C/S Rep. SOLARZ, says that the LEBANON situation is a textbook case of applying the War Powers Act. Rep. HAMILTON says that no one in Congress doubts the War Powers Act applies, but some fear crossing REAGAN. Shots of Senators in Senate Halls. C/S Sen. BENNETT JOHNSTON (D-LA), says he would like to see U.S. MARINES remain in LEBANON, but to affirm the validity of the WAR POWERS ACT. Shot of DAVIS ROBINSON, legal advisor to State Department testifying to Senate Foreign Relations Committee, says that REAGAN wants to work with Congress. Sen. PAUL SARBANES (D-MD) challenges this. Robinson assures that the administration doesn't want to put the troops in harms way. SARBANES angrily says that Congress is as concerned, if not more. The issue is whether REAGAN ADMINISTRATION will follow the LAW. 20.06.31-Rep. SOLOMON, says for REAGAN to admit that the War Powers Act is valid would be a bad precedent. C/S Rep. SOLARZ, says that War Powers Act can be the key to peace, should be protected.
1951: Year of Stalemate.
"On the international scene the Korean War took the spotlight with United Nations casualties mounting to more than 100,000 and on the Red side to more than a million. Truce talks appeared stalemated at year's end as were those on disarmament in the United Nations assembly. Under General Eisenhower, Western Europe rearmed at a rapid pace." Title card reads, "World Struggles for Road to Peace." VS tanks firing in Korea. Two Korean soldiers come out with their hands up in surrender. General Douglas Macarthur walks; newspaper headlines about his removal. Close shot General Matthew Ridgway (Ridgeway). Murdered prisoners of war. Representatives meet to discuss truce. Scenes in San Francisco of signing of peace treaty with Japan, Soviet rep Andrei Gromyko walking out. Fairly casual scenes of Eisenhower walking with other military men. "Arms Race. With the world in turmoil the arms continued with emphasis on atomic weapons and guided missiles." Exterior US Capitol Building, winter (bare tree branches fg). Interior, President Truman signs a bill into law. VS Matador (?) missile, which launches. 28.42 "Nationalization of the huge oil refinery at Abadan precipitated a stalemate between Britain and Iran, with Premier Mossadegh of Iran taking the case to the United Nations, without result. Egypt also sought the ouster of Britain from the Suez Canal area and the Sudan." Map of Europe, Asia, Africa, with Iran labeled, zoom in on Iran. VS oil refinery. VS rioting, demonstrations. CU Mossadegh; VS of him at UN. Exterior, low angle shot of United Nations building.
Anti-Soviet Demonstration
Adult, predominantly Caucasian, men and women, many holding up signs, gathered across the street from the White House for an anti-Soviet demonstration following the shooting down of Korean Airliner Flight 007; different adult men, off camera, speaking to the protestors. "Hitler, Stalin, Andropov" sign. Adult Korean man, standing among adult, predominantly Caucasian men and women, holding "Murder: Made in USSR" sign. Men and women holding several protest signs; "The Massacre of Flight 007 - This Time We Will Not Forget"; photograph of U.S. House Representative Lawrence McDonald (D-GA) on signs; White House in BG. Adult Caucasian man holding "Marxism, Leninism, Murderism" sign; White House and Washington Monument in the BG. Sign held up high: "I Know 269 People Who Won't Support a Nuclear Freeze". Sign: "Wanted: For the Murder of Flight 007" and a photograph of Yuri Andropov. Cheers heard off camera, adult male speaker, off camera, calls for the expulsion of Soviet diplomats from the United States; adult Caucasian men chant "expel Soviets now!" Adult Korean man squatting in the grass with a sign equating the hammer and sickle with the swastika.
Red Prison Riot: UN Guards Kill 87 As POW's Riot on Island.
Red Prison Riot: UN Guards Kill 87 As POW's Riot on Island. "Die-hard Communists imprisoned on Ponggam Island riot - charge the fence, and force United Nations guards to fire. Eighty-seven are killed, many wounded before the disorder is quelled. The latest Red propaganda blow at the U.S." Asian (Korean?) prisoners of war (POWs) walk through the prison camp, carrying stuff. View through barbed wire of the prisoners marching around camp. VS after the riots were over: wounded POWs help one another along; UN guards watch them; prisoners sit in orderly rows, covering their heads for some reason. (The VO is very anti-Communist and some of the narrator's descriptions of the prisoners are dehumanizing.)
Cease-Fire: U.N. Envoys Arrive At Korea Truce Parleys
Late film just in from Korea shows United Nations envoys beginning the historic meeting at Kaesong with Communist truce officers. Snag over newsmen who were barred by the Reds delays continuing truce conclave, but U.N. officials appear hopeful of an early ceasefire. Sign pointing toward Kaesong. Gen. Matthew Ridgway and others walk toward and pose by helicopter. Some of the men (American and Korean) climb aboard and the chopper takes off. Air to air helicopter over Korean countryside. Chopper lands. The men disembark and are greeted by three Koreans, including what the VO calls "a mystery woman". Brief shot of indoor meeting. Group of journalists (?). Man, perhaps a war correspondent/reporter, types on machine that's sitting on the hood of a jeep. Establishing shot - Kaesong a soldier standing guard at the foot of a bridge. MS - UN Commander, Mathew Ridgway and other higher ranking officers, they stop and pose for a picture in front of a helicopter. MS - Military men stand around the helicopter as it takes off. General Ridgway bids them God Speed on their mission of peace. MS - The American and the Red Negotiators meet, there is a mystery woman among the Red side. MS - Helicopter landing. Military men running up to meet the American Negotiators. MS - Restricted Area Authorized Personnel Only (Sign)
California Blood Transfusing Via Railroad Car
California Blood Transfusing Via Railroad Car A special railroad car donated by western pacific in memory of the lines' first employee casualty of the Korean war goes into service to speed vital blood for out Korea wounded. Establishing shot - Back of the railroad car stopped at a railroad depot on the back it reads "Military Blood Procurement Car". MCU The railroad car that was named after Charles O. Sweetwood, first employee of the line to loose his life in Korea. MCU Nurse sitting behind a table with the red cross insignia and two women signing up to give blood. MCU Brother of Charles O. Sweetwood getting his blood pressure taken. MS Four nurses standing on the back of the railroad car waving as the train pulls away.
HAIG CONFIRMATION HEARINGS
Sen. JESSE HELMS begins questioning of AL HAIG, asks what his perception of the Republican party platform and the REAGAN agenda is. HAIG says he's not bound by all of the provisions, but he doesn't object strongly to any parts of it either. He will respect the mandate in his policies but not toe the line completely. HELMS asks HAIG about policy to ASIA and the PACIFIC RIM, re. Increasing the AMERICAN MILITARY PRESENCE in ASIA. HAIG says he supports this principle. HELMS asks about policy to KOREA and NORTH KOREAN MILITARIZATION. HAIG says that the U.S. has been underestimating the NORTH KOREAN military threat to the region, and he's concerned. He will not reduce the U.S. presence there. HAIG says that undemocratic practices by SOUTH KOREA will not override the strategic importance of U.S. interests there. END TAPE 1
Reds Routed By UN Drive On All Fronts
Reds Routed By UN Drive On All Fronts After the brilliant landing operation at inchon and the attack on seoul, korea's historic capital, U.N. Forces take the initiative on all fronts and forge a ring of steel around red koreans. Everywhere on the allied beach head the reds are on the retreat as the U.N. Pincers close. LS The American army are gathered together on a beach front, MS American GI's walking with their riffles on their backs. MLS American GI's all board a duct and it gives me the impression they're guarding the beach head. CU of a war correspondent talking about the rainy weather they're having because it's very muddy, an army jeep drives by and half the back end sinks into the mud. MS of American soldiers in the foot hills of Korea. MLS American soldiers fighting in ditches. MCU of American GI bringing a prisoner of war into the camp. MS another American GI bringing in two POW's back into the camp. MCU Korean prisoners behind fenced in area sitting and receiving food.
Training U.N. Forces
Adult male Republic of Korea (ROK) soldiers climb over dirt wall; troops crawling on stomachs through infiltration course with live ammunition. Adult Caucasian male Army officer loads machine gun. Bullets firing from machine gun barrel; explosion in field. ROK soldiers crawl on backs under barbed wire. Army soldiers crawl on stomachs across open field with explosions; soldiers scale trench, run through bayonet training course, stab burlap bags with bayonets; recruits scaling down mountain ridge; trainees crawl under barbed wire. Gunner in bunker fires machine gun; adult male French military generals walk past, overseeing training. Troops train on wooden log wall and obstacle course. Adult Korean men wearing civilian clothes crawl under barbed wire, stab props with bayonets. Military tank drives in open field. ROK soldiers learn bayonet skills. Two ROK infantry men wearing Kumdo combat helmets, fight with rifles.