OPERATION AWKWARD PART 1: THE FACELESS MEN

This film is held by the Imperial War Museum (ID: DRN 2465A).

Synopsis

Navy Instructional film, set in Hong Kong, on the threat from sabotage attacks. Areas of particular risk, such as warzones or politically unstable countries, are noted. The methods that a saboteur might use are shown, including underwater attack by divers and infiltration, disguised as a workman, for example. Sabotage weapons, such as limpet mines, are shown and possible methods of detonation are explained. Possible preventative measures and precautions are mentioned briefly.

 

Titles

  • OPERATION AWKWARD PART 1: THE FACELESS MEN
 

Technical Data

Year:
1972
Running Time:
5 minutes
Film Gauge (Format):
16mm
Colour:
Colour
Sound:
Sound
Footage:
195 ft
 

Production Credits

Production Countries:
GB
Sponsor
Royal Navy
Production company
World Wide Pictures