Katanga Troops Fight UN Forces

Clip: 361336_1_1

Year Shot: 1961 (Actual Year)

Audio: Yes

Video: B/W

Tape Master: 1692

Original Film: 034-099-01

HD: N/A

Location: Congo

Timecode: 00:14:02 - 00:14:42

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Katanga Troops Fight U N Forces New violence flares in the unhappy Congo as united nations troops move in force against rebellious elements in Katanga province. The troops of the secessionist province vow to follow a 'scorched earth' policy and fight to the end. A fighter escort now accompanies U.S. Cargo planes bringing supplies. Shot from inside jeep, watch soldier wearing shorts pass by, and pan soldiers seated in jeep. Group of villagers carry bows and arrows as if hunting. UN Soldiers wearing shorts, carry guns through street. Building smoldering from bombing.