Zeebrugge film stills
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Zeebrugge film stills
A page from The Illustrated London News, 18 October 1924, with twelve stills from a newly released film reconstruction of the raid on Zeebrugge by the Royal Navy on 23 April 1918. The film was produced for New Era Films Ltd by Mr H.Bruce Woolfe and Mr A.V.Bramble, and was approved by the Admiralty. Date: 1924
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Cinema News Raid Reconstruction Stills Zeebrugge 1924
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This page from The Illustrated London News, dated 18 October 1924, showcases twelve evocative stills from a newly released film reconstruction of the historic raid on Zeebrugge by the Royal Navy on 23 April 1918. The First World War (1914-1918), also known as the Great War, was a global conflict that left an indelible mark on the world. This cinematic recreation, produced for New Era Films Ltd by H. Bruce Woolfe and A.V. Bramble, offers a unique perspective on this pivotal moment in history. The Zeebrugge raid was a daring operation aimed at disrupting the German U-boat fleet, which was wreaking havoc on Allied shipping in the English Channel. The British Navy launched a surprise attack using modified destroyers, known as 'T-class' ships, which were fitted with concrete casemates to protect their crews from enemy fire. The raid resulted in the destruction of several German warships and the capture of the Zeebrugge Mole, a crucial harbour facility. Approved by the Admiralty, this film was an innovative way to bring the heroism and sacrifice of the Royal Navy to the masses. The stills depicted here offer a glimpse into the action, with sailors bravely manning their guns, explosions lighting up the night sky, and the T-class ships charging towards their target. This visual record not only commemorates the bravery of the sailors involved but also serves as a testament to the evolving role of cinema in recording and preserving history. As you gaze upon these images, imagine the excitement and anticipation that must have filled the cinemas as audiences were transported back in time to witness this remarkable event unfold on the silver screen.
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