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Motion Picture MP2022-13

Independence Day Ceremonies at Truman Library

Administrative Information

Original Format(s)
Motion Picture
Footage
28 feet
Running Time
1 minute 39 seconds
Film Gauge
8mm
Sound
silent
Color
Color
Produced by
Augustus Sassa
Restrictions
Unrestricted
Received
via Truman Library Institute
Keywords
Holidays
Description

Silent home movie footage shot by Augustus Sassa, primarily showing the July 4, 1964 ceremony at the Harry S. Truman Library in Independence, MO. Shows former president Truman making a speech on the front steps of the Truman Library. It begins with a brief shot of a waterfall. Then it moves to the Truman Library. Then it moves to the yard of a home, presumably showing the family of Augustus Sassa.

Date(s)
July 4, 1964
Available Format(s)
Motion Picture

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This item does not circulate but reproductions may be purchased.

To request a copy of this item, please contact truman.reference@nara.gov​​​​​​​

Moving Image Type
Motion Picture

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