British Forces In Athens (1944)

Item title reads - British forces in Athens. Greece. Various shots of naval vessels sailing off the Greek coast. M/S of heliograph signalling from Destroyer. L/S invasion barges, and other small craft, loaded with British troops sailing into Athens. Shot looking up mast of Royal Ensign. General views of British troops marching in Athens, locals applaud. Several good panoramas of Athens. Various shots of of the ruins of the Acropolis. L/S Greek flag being carried in front of Acropolis. Good shots of attractive young women. M/S of the Greek Prime Minister Papandreou hoisting the Greek flag on highest point overlooking Athens. M/S Greek flag waving in the breeze. Various shots showing enthusiastic locals as British troops and vehicles drive through Athens. End Titles. FILM ID:1366.34 FOR LICENSING ENQUIRIES VISIT http://www.britishpathe.com/