Introduction

A 1956 documentary, presented by Walter Cronkite, charting the rise and changing role of aviation in the military.

Outline Series 01, Episode 19

The last stages of the European conflict, including the Russian march into Berlin, the meeting of the Allies the Elbe River and the ruins of Germany.

Air Power Series

You can find a full index of Air Power here.

Production & Filming Details

• Producer: Perry Wolff and Jim Faichney.
• Narrator: Walter Cronkite.
• Music: Nomran Dello Joio.
• Production: CBS Public Affairs Department Production
• in conjunction with the US Air Force.
• Release Date: 17 March 1957.
• Running Time: 50 minutes.
• Country: UK.
• Language: English.

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