BOOTY; RETURN OF THE LOCAL POPULATION; INDIAN TROOPS IN SFAX

This film is held by the Imperial War Museum (ID: AYY 396/9).

Synopsis

Indian troops with enemy equipment captured after the battle for Wadi Akarit. The local population of the Gabs Gap returning to their homes. The town of Sfax.

Troops of the Fourth Indian Division unloading various equipment left behind by the enemy, including small arms, trench mortars, ammunition and old French 75mm guns. People returning to their homes carrying belongings. Panning shot of Sfax port showing the damage caused by the RAF. The local population in the outskirts of the town. Indian troops driving through the streets in lorries. The Union flag, plus Greek, French and American flags, flying in the town. Indian troops mixing with the French and local populations.

 

Titles

  • BOOTY; RETURN OF THE LOCAL POPULATION; INDIAN TROOPS IN SFAX (Allocated)
Series Title:
BRITISH ARMY OPERATIONS IN THE SECOND WORLD WAR
 

Technical Data

Year:
1943
Running Time:
6 minutes
Film Gauge (Format):
35mm
Colour:
B&W
Sound:
Silent
Footage:
574 ft
 

Production Credits

Production Countries:
GB
cameraman
Ingram, G E (Captain)
Production company
War Office Film Unit