Of Snow, Soldiers and Avalanches

Of Snow, Soldiers and Avalanches

1941

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A winter ascent of Piz Bernina by Swiss mountain soldiers under the command of Major Charles Golay. The film also shows images of avalanche research, the use of avalanches as a weapon, avalanche rescue by dogs, and other military maneuvers. An early color Swiss military film by Major Charles Golay and Egon Sommer.

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Language: EN

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Production Countries

Switzerland

Keywords

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Quick Facts

Original Title	Von Schnee, Soldaten und Lawinen
Release Date	January 1, 1941
Status	Released
Language	EN
Website	Visit Site

Cast

Charles Golay

Self

Key Crew

Egon Sommer

Director

Charles Golay

Director

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