Archaeological Digs In Swamps Of Surinam 1958

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Unissued / unused material.

Interesting archaeological explorations in the coastal swamps of Surinam (Dutch Guiana).

Panning LS motorboat on river. Various shots men cutting down trees. CU hands moving away leaves and picking up piece of pottery. CU man swatting face. CU men looking...

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Cataloguer:
Amelia
Stock:
Black & White
Sound:
Mute
Media URN:
80096
Sort Number:
UN 3091 E
Time in/Out:
01:27:28:00 / 01:29:10:00
Canister:
UN 3091 E
Film ID:
2708.10
Issue Date:
1958

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