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The Long March of Bob Slaughter

by Éric ELLÉNA

Infos

Original title : La longue marche de Bob Slaughter

Director : Éric ELLÉNA

Production : French Connection Films

Duration : 52 Minutes

Year : 2004

Original version : French

Dubbed version : English, Spanish

Country : France

Synopsis

The Long March of Bob Slaughter tells the story of a US veteran and his D-Day experience during World War II. Told using historical footage and interviews, Slaughter’s moving tale is brought to life and reminds us of the enormous sacrifices made 60 years ago. By the 6th of June 1944, nearly two million Americans had crossed the Atlantic to join the fight to liberate Europe from Nazi terror. Bob Slaughter was one of these soldiers, later a survivor of Omaha Beach, and a rare witness of this crucial moment of our history. His experience represents the trauma and heartbreak suffered by his hometown and the neighbouring Bedford, a small and peaceful town in South Virginia that paid the highest price of human life per capita in the United States. Rich in experience and wisdom, the life of Bob Slaughter gives meaning and aspirations to young Virginians, all the same age as Bob when he first went into battle. Bob’s story helps them understand what it means to go war, and to fight for freedom.

Awards

Official Selection 2005: Southwest Virginia Vision Film Festival (Blue Ridge)

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