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A Russian activist intervenes to teach British factory managers and staff how to work together.
Overview
A Russian activist intervenes to teach British factory managers and staff how to work together in this short propaganda film. The first British co-operative film, this short was produced by staff at Denham Studios as their contribution to the war effort.
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