Educational screen & audio-visual guide (c1956-1971])

portrayed as giving rise to the theory of the Policy of Appeasement by other European nations. Following the tenets of this theory, the film shows how Europe failed to act, and from 1931, until 1938, Japan invaded Manchuria; Italy attacked Ethiopia; Germany announced the rebuilding of military power; Italy and Germany backed the Spanish revolutionists; Germany occupied the Rhineland as Japan invaded China; finally, Germany annexed Austria. By this time all of the Axis powers had walked out of the League of Nations. We hear Chamberlain's announcement after the concession at Munich, "I bring you peace with honor" and Churchill's reply, "They chose dishonor. They will have war." Congress, trying to separate America from the distress abroad, passed the "neutrality acts" which the film illustrates. In 1937, President Roosevelt seeks to halt Axis expansion by diplomatic pressures. Tlie film shows Germany bombing Poland, after having signed a military pact with Russia. So, with the "balance of power" exploded in their faces, and the Munich agreement mocked, England and France declare war on Germany. Public opinion in America still feels that the best interests can be served by avoiding war, however we amend our position, and begin to make war materials available to France and England. Thus our industry is shown gearing for war. Soon Germany invades Denmark and Norway, and begins to blitzkrieg across Holland and Belgium into France. Italy invades France. England stands alone, after we see her being pushed into the sea at Dunkirk. In America, l^eople are entering the second stage of opinion — feeling that we should help England more, but still refrain from war. We will act as an arsenal for freedom. The film preserves the sight of President Roosevelt addressing Congress with his "Four Freedoms" speech. In a sequence of scenes, Germany's airforce pounds Britain relentlessly in the Batde of Britain. A map of eastern Asia shows the Japanese expansion up to 1941; she eyes the European colonies in .'\sia, having ambitions as far as the East Indies, due to her emphasis on greater east Asia prosperity. Public opinion is entering the third stage of "all out defense of the western hemisphere." Congress further implemenU the arsenal theory by passing the "lendlease bill." The United States seizes die .\xis shipping in our ports, and closes their consulates. The film shows scenes of Germany's sudden attack on Russia. Some Americans now begin to demand all out aid, including troops to all allies. EdScreen & AV Guide — May, 1957 Roosevelt and Churchill meet to formulate the .\tlantic Charter. Events in the documentary move swiftly and the film closes as President Roosevelt addresses Congress, asking for a declaration of war. APPRAISAL The organization and editing of these scenes make this film an excellent help to understanding the conditions underlying World War II, and the positions taken by the United States. The committee feels this film will be useful in U. S. and world history classes in senior high, college, and adult discussion groups. It also feels that the group The improved PROFESSIONAL JR.* Tnpod with removable heod is the world stondo d ot quality among tripods. Features simplified camera attaching method, double leg lock odjusting knobs, telescoping pon handle, sockets for left, right ond rf^^e *;'*^$1 50 00 <*Reg US P°* Off No 2318910) leader should point out specific objectives to keep in mind while viewing the film. This and other suggestions are included in the film guide. The subject matter is presented at a rapid pace mentioning only the highlights of the dramatic events. 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