Inauguration of Synagogue in Munich
Creator(s)
- Universal News (Producer)
- Civil Affairs (Camera Operator)
- United States. National Archives and Records Administration. Motion Picture Reference
Scope and Content
"Muenchen: Einweihung der Synagoge" Opening of rebuilt synagogue. U.S. General Lucius Clay is present and speaks. A tablet is unveiled in commemoration of Jews who died in Holocaust. LS of rabbi at podium, ark behind him, music playing. MLS from back of room, large audience. CU of General Clay. MS Clay goes to podium. CU of three men in top hats in pew. MS shot of religious officials. LS Clay speaks, "Men of many nations and of many faiths have gathered here today to pay tribute to you and be with you in the opening of your new synagogue." MS of audience. Clay leaves podium and returns to his seat. LS unveiling of plaque. MS of plaque. MCU Tilt down to see torahs behind curtain of ark. LS of audience and music plays again as men come down from behind podium.
Subjects
- USHMM (PERMANENT EXHIBITION)
- TORAH SCROLLS
- SYNAGOGUES
- GERMANY
- RABBIS
- MUSIC
- CLAY, LUCIUS D.
Places
- Munich, Germany
Genre
- Film
- Outtakes.