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Alaska Celebrates Statehood, Juneau SOF & Sil. Neg. Trims 7-6-59

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Film Identifier: F.2012-03-1101
Run Time
0h 8m 36s
Format
16mm
Color
B&W
Sound
Optical
Date Produced
1959
Abstract
Black and white outtakes featuring the celebrations in Juneau as Alaska became the 49th state of the USA. Images feature celebratory parades and speeches. The US flag is raised while the national anthem is played. William A. Egan, the governor of Alaska, makes a speech saying this is the first time in the nation’s history that a 49-star flag has been shown.
Main Credits
Koza, Frank (is filmmaker)
Related Place
Juneau (production location of)