US Army Studies Gliders

The video discusses the use of gliders in Elmira, NY, highlighting their military applications and lessons learned from Crete. Major General Henry H. Arnold inspects the gliders, emphasizing the Army's interest in large multiplace gliders. Pilot Parker Leonard demonstrates a glider flight, capturing newsreel footage. The video concludes with a focus on the expertise of soaring enthusiasts aiding the Army.

What was the primary purpose of the U.S. Army's presence in Elmira, NY?

• To conduct a military parade

• To apply techniques learned from the war

• To recruit new soldiers

• To celebrate a national holiday

Who was the distinguished pilot mentioned in the first section?

• Major General Henry H Arnold

• Colonel Charles Lindbergh

• Pilot Parker Leonard

• General Douglas MacArthur

What did General Arnold reveal to the newspaper men?

• The Army's plan to build new airports

• The Army's interest in large multiplace gliders

• The Army's decision to reduce air force personnel

• The Army's new recruitment strategy

What was Parker Leonard preparing to do?

• Conduct a training session

• Fly a fighter jet

• Make newsreel pictures

• Lead a military operation

What did the automatic camera capture during the flight?

• The weather conditions

• The glider's flight maneuvers

• The pilot's communication with the base

• The glider's landing