The Story of an Air Communiqué (1940)

Sponsored by the Ministry of Information and shown as part of cinema programmes throughout the Second World War, this short film takes place halfway through the Battle of Britain and at the beginning of the Blitz, during sustained bombing raids on UK cities.

Director: Ralph Elton
Runtime: 6 min
Release Date:
Production: GPO Film Unit
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Story of an Air Communiqué about?
Sponsored by the Ministry of Information and shown as part of cinema programmes throughout the Second World War, this short film takes place halfway through the Battle of Britain and at the beginning of the Blitz, during sustained bombing raids on UK cities.
Who directed The Story of an Air Communiqué?
The Story of an Air Communiqué was directed by Ralph Elton.
How long is The Story of an Air Communiqué?
The Story of an Air Communiqué has a runtime of 6m (6 minutes).
Where was The Story of an Air Communiqué produced?
The Story of an Air Communiqué was produced in United Kingdom.