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President Edouard Benes of Czechoslovakia visits Bratislava, capital of Slovakia.
Various shots Benes arriving by train at Bratislava and being greeted by officials at the station. C/Us of Benes and his wife, entering car and driving away. Dr. Lettrich Chairman of Slovak National Council welcomes Benes. C/Us of Benes and wife listening to speech. Benes shakes hands with Lettrich. Various shots Benes on the balcony of the palace where he waves to the crowd. Everywhere Benes is followed by crowds cheering and waving flags, including some in national costume.
Commentary is in Czech. Date on dope sheet is 20/09/1946.
FILM ID:2333.22
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