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1939 30th anniversary of the first flight over the English Channel
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April 22, 2026
April 22, 2026
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0:30Now PlayingDate: 27th July 1939
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Source: Reuters Historical News Collection: GAUMONT BRITISH NEWSREEL (REUTERS)
SLATE INFORMATION: Our Roving Camera Reports
FRANCE: English Channel:
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BLERIOT 30th Anniversary of crossing the Chanel - Shot of Madame Bleriot & scenes from ditto from Library
Personalities - Relatives; France
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