Combat Bulletin 23 (r1 of 3)
111-CB-23 r1
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Description:
Part 3 (SFR Reel 2; CB Part 1): The 5th Army advances toward Futa Pass. Italians bring supplies on mules. Artillery, tanks, mortars, and machine guns open fire; troops advance (September 23). Shows overrun position near Pisa. Part 4 (CB Reel 2): B-29's take off, fly, and land at a secret Asian base. Describes the size and capabilities of the plane. General Stilwell and General Saunders confer. Part 5 (CB Part 3, Reel 1): Morotai, Neth. Indies, is invaded. Tanks and amphibians are waterproofed in Australia. Ships bombard the island; troops land unopposed (September 15). MacArthur wades ashore and inspects the base.