Éamon de Valera in San Francisco: 1919 Parade and Speeches (silent)

A/V Geeks 16mm Films

A/V Geeks 16mm Films

November 19th, 2024

DESCRIPTION
This archival footage from 1919 captures Irish President Éamon de Valera's visit to San Francisco, featuring scenes of a parade held in his honor and public speeches. The black-and-white film provides a glimpse of the city's enthusiastic reception for de Valera, reflecting the historic significance of his tour as part of efforts to garner support for Irish independence. The footage is a duplicate of Gould Can 1009, preserving the legacy of this momentous event in Irish-American history. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
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