Army Champions (1941)
This Pete Smith Specialty short focuses on the young men who have signed up for the U.S. Army. The film uses the analogy of the speed, accuracy, and teamwork of sports and how these qualities are translated into the weapons training of American soldiers. We watch target practice by Army personnel with shoulder weapons, mortars, and various artillery pieces.
Director: Paul Vogel
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 11 min
Release Date: October 11, 1941
Cast
- Pete Smith - Narrator (voice)
Screenplay
Cinematography: Paul Vogel
Editing: Philip W. Anderson
Production: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
army, us army, military weapons, military, military training, weapons training
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Army Champions about?
- This Pete Smith Specialty short focuses on the young men who have signed up for the U.S. Army. The film uses the analogy of the speed, accuracy, and teamwork of sports and how these qualities are translated into the weapons training of American soldiers. We watch target practice by Army personnel with shoulder weapons, mortars, and various artillery pieces.
- Who directed Army Champions?
- Army Champions was directed by Paul Vogel.
- Who stars in Army Champions?
- Army Champions stars Pete Smith.
- How long is Army Champions?
- Army Champions has a runtime of 11m (11 minutes).
- What genre is Army Champions?
- Army Champions is a Documentary film.
- Where was Army Champions produced?
- Army Champions was produced in United States of America.