Format:
1 Online-Ressource (video file 00:58:17)
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Sound, Colour
Series Statement:
Socialism on Film
Content:
Footage of the festival of sport held in August 1953 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Chinese People's Liberation Army
Content:
Includes footage of the opening ceremony, where Chu Teh emphasises the audience's duty to ensure peace in the Far East and throughout the world. A second speech, given by Kuo Mo-jo, highlights the benefits of sport to the nation's health. The events begin with athletics and gymnastics; there is also a literary race. Also, scenes of a basketball match between the Polish national team and the People's Liberation Army team. Other sports include riding, motorbike racing and parachute jumps. The documentary ends with footage from the closing ceremony, which was attended by Chairman Mao
Note:
Sponsored by The Britain-China Friendship Association
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Reproduction of China, 1955
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The British Film Institute
Language:
Chinese
URL:
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