ENGINEERS REPLACE FLOOD DAMAGE

The video, reported by Lionel Gamlin, covers the severe flood damage in the border country near Berwick, focusing on the impact on bridges. It highlights the significant repair and replacement tasks required, with temporary constructions like railway bridges. The Royal Engineers are praised for their work in erecting Bailey bridges, a type made famous during the war. The film demonstrates the simplicity and speed of assembling these prefabricated parts, serving both to reopen roads and provide peacetime practice for the RAE.

What was the main cause of the damage in the border country near Berwick?

• Earthquake

• Severe floods

• Hurricane

• Tornado

What type of bridge did the Royal Engineers construct in the area?

• Cantilever bridge

• Bailey bridge

• Arch bridge

• Suspension bridge

During which major event did the army gain experience with Bailey bridges?

• The Vietnam War

• The Korean War

• World War II

• World War I

What is one of the benefits of the bridge construction work mentioned in the video?

• It increases tourism in the area

• It reduces traffic congestion

• It provides peacetime practice for the Royal Engineers

• It lowers construction costs

What additional purpose does the bridge construction serve besides reopening roads?

• Improving local infrastructure

• Peacetime practice for engineers

• Testing new materials

• Training for new recruits