Recreation as a Part of Reconstruction


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  • Other title(s): La Récréation fait partie de la reconstruction
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Year: 1921
  • Runtime: 00:14:24
  • Description: After having created laws on practicing physical culture, the government, in collaboration with the American Committee, brings in American experts who adapt their principles to the French system. In July 1921, schools in the Coucy-le-Château canton compete in physical culture competitions organized in Blérancourt. In Saint-Crépin, the land acquired for building a stadium is set up before the first stone is placed. At the event, the first rugby match is played since the war. Basketball games are organized at Vic-sur-Aisne and Crouy.
  • Keywords: World War, 1914-1918 -- France / World War, 1914-1918 -- United States / World War, 1914-1918 -- Civilian relief / EFG1914 / World War I / Après-guerre; Comité Américain; Culture physique; Rugby; Stade
  • Provider: Centre nationale du cinéma et de l’image animée
  • Rights: In Copyright / Musée franco-américain du Château de Blérancourt
  • Production company: American Committee
  • Colour: Black & White
  • Director: Tyree, Millard
  • Sound: Without sound
  • Collection: Musée franco-américain du Château de Blérancourt
  • Language: en