Of Snow, Soldiers and Avalanches
A winter ascent of Piz Bernina by Swiss mountain soldiers under the command of Major Charles Golay. The film also shows images of avalanche research, the use of avalanches as a weapon, avalanche rescue by dogs, and other military maneuvers. An early color Swiss military film by Major Charles Golay and Egon Sommer.
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