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Of Snow, Soldiers and Avalanches
A winter ascent of Piz Bernina by Swiss mountain soldiers under the command of Major Charles Golay. The film also shows images of avalanche research, the use of avalanches as a weapon, avalanche rescue by dogs, and other military maneuvers. An early color Swiss military film by Major Charles Golay and Egon Sommer.
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Crossing of the Piz Bernina
The film shows a winter crossing attempt of the Bernina ridge by a team of Swiss military in a reconnaissance tour in April 1939. The commanders conclude that the winter crossing isn't suitable for the oxercise of the troops, so the ascent is repeated in summer under more favorable conditions. An early color Swiss military film by Major Charles Golay.