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SNAFU

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A WWII training film (part of the “Fighting Men” series) designed to psychologically prepare troops for the rigors of army life. It features various scenarios about the chaotic and unpredictable nature of war, highlighting the frustrations of soldiers facing unexplained orders, logistical delays, and shifting battlefronts.

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U.S. Army Signal Corps

Language

EN

Status

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