New German Leader: Erhard Succeeds Retiring Adenauer
New German Leader: Erhard Succeeds Retiring Adenauer
Clip: 362362_1_1
Year Shot: 1963
(Actual Year)
Audio: Yes
Video: B/W
Tape Master: 1716
Original Film: 036-085-02
HD: N/A
Location: West Germany
Timecode: 00:26:48 - 00:27:42
Konrad Adenauer steps down as West German Chancellor after 14 years that saw the nation rise from ruins of World War Two to a position of incredible prosperity. He is succeeded by Ludwig Erhard who was Economics Minister - 'architect of German recovery.' West Germany Chancellor Adenauer among a huge crowd of well wishers.CUS - Ludwig Erhard smoking a cigar. MS - Chancellor Adenauer stands before a crowded Vunderstag bidding farewell. MOHS - The Vunderstag applauds Chancellor Adenauer.