Dutch Vessel Carrying 114 Passengers Sink
Dutch Vessel Carrying 114 Passengers Sink
Clip: 352406_1_1
Year Shot: 1953
(Actual Year)
Audio: Yes
Video: B/W
Tape Master: 1581
Original Film: 026-435-02
HD: N/A
Location: South Africa
Timecode: 00:02:10 - 00:02:46
Clinch marks, dull in imagery and contrast Another maritime tragedy involves the 10,000-ton Dutch Ship Klipfontein, which strikes a submerged rock in the Mozambique channel while traveling from Holland to Africa. Calm seas permit the rescue of all aboard, as the vessel founders rapidly. Establishing shot - The Klipfontein, sinking Passengers rowing a life boat. Evacuation of the Klipfontein. MLS - The Klipfontein sinking more MCUS - Survivors. CUS - Mother holding her child