A Lady Fights Back

A Lady Fights Back (1944)

November 11th, 19440h 10min

Documentary, History
10%

Overview

The saga of the Normandie is recounted from her life as a luxury liner, the horrific fire that nearly destroyed her, and her resuscitation to join in the war effort. A John Nesbitt's Passing Parade short.


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