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1916 Launch of the "Perouse"
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April 29, 2026
April 29, 2026
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0:23Now PlayingDate: 28th December 1916
Location: France
Source: Reuters Historical News Collection: GAUMONT GRAPHIC NEWSREEL (REUTERS)
FRANCE:
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France
Title: Launch of a giant cargo boat. Even during war the French find time to increase their mercantile fleet.
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SV. Group officials and priest walking along quay.
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SCU. Ship's propellor.
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GV. Ship going down slipway.
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France, Ceremonies - Launchings, Ships and Boats
Video Roll Title: Ton for Ton: 36ft Issue sheet title: TON FOR TON
"Perouse": Launch of the "P" the largest French Cruiser
ship, ocean liner, boat, ramp, launch, disembark, ceremony
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