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Understanding
the value of propaganda through film, the German government
began to control the production of newsreels even prior to
the Second World War. By the outset of the war, two types
of newsreels were being produced: one for German audiences
and the other for foreign audiences in occupied German territories.
Since the intended audience for each version of these newsreels
was different, the content and tone could vary significantly.
The National
Archives of Canada holds three newsreels produced by the Nazi
Regime that depict the raid at Dieppe. Presented here are
two of these newsreels, one that was shown in Germany and
one that was distributed in occupied Holland. Although the
footage used in these films is very similar, the films present
two very different perspectives on the raid at Dieppe.
Content
Warning: The following films contain graphic scenes of war
which some viewers may find disturbing.
**Note: If you are using Windows 98 or higher, Mac OSX, or
Unix /Linux, please download RealPlayer
to view the films. For all other operating systems (Windows
95 and lower, Mac OS9 and lower), please download the appropriate
version of RealPlayer from the RealNetworks
Legacy Software Archive.
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German narration
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The first newsreel is narrated in German and emphasizes
the power of the German forces. The film highlights
the German soldiers' quick reactions and well-executed
defensive battle manoeuvres, both on land and in the
air.
View English transcript of
film.
ArchiviaNet
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Dutch narration
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The second newsreel is narrated in Dutch and emphasizes
the aftermath of the battle. The film highlights the
dead Allied personnel, their destroyed equipment littering
the beach of Dieppe, as well as prisoners of war being
marched through the town.
View English transcript of
film.
ArchiviaNet
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