Prague Trade Fair

Identifier
irn1004383
Language of Description
English
Alt. Identifiers
  • 2009.357.1
  • RG-60.4879
Dates
1 Jan 1940 - 31 Dec 1940
Level of Description
Item
Languages
  • Spanish
Source
EHRI Partner

Creator(s)

  • Imperial War Museums
  • UFA (Producer)

Scope and Content

Wide shot of the grounds of the Prague Trade Fair with Julius Meinl coffee advertisements visible. Shot of the installation of an exhibit or advertisement consisting of a huge human ear- shaped sculpture. The narration says that this is the first fair since the outbreak of war and it has been very successful. Twelve nations are participating, demonstrating the importance of the Protectorate's economy. Interior shots showing visitors to the fair, including a German soldier. Visitors inspect the exhibits. CU of a small swan sculpture on a table. Spectators watch pneumatic rammers in operation.

Subjects

  • SOLDIERS/MILITARY (GERMAN)
  • EXHIBITIONS
  • FAIRS
  • SOLDIERS/MILITARY

Places

  • Prague, Czechoslovakia

Genre

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