https://peertube.dngr.us/videos/watch/cec4f3f5-8be2-44e6-a919-562232ce1aab Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCddem5RlB3bQe99wyY49g0g/join Help us preserve, scan and post more rare and endangered films! Join us on Patreon. Visit https://www.patreon.com/PeriscopeFilm Visit our website www.PeriscopeFilm.com Dating to 1964, "Individual and Family Action on Warning" (CD 20-227) is a U.S. Army nuclear civil defense film. In this film, a representative American family discusses the need for survival plans in the event of a nuclear attack. The film is a tense, yet informative drama exploring the importance of family preparedness in the event of a nuclear emergency. The story follows the Packard family as they sit down to discuss what each member would do in the event of an attack. Through casual conversation, they explore different scenarios—what would happen if a warning came during school, at work, or while out in town? The family assesses their knowledge of local shelters, emergency protocols, and how to quickly reach safety. As they work through various situations, they confront the unsettling reality of fallout and the urgency of being ready, even in unfamiliar locations. This conversation ultimately becomes a moment of clarity and reassurance, with each member gaining a better understanding of what actions they must take to survive. The film serves as both a reflection of Cold War anxieties and a practical guide to individual and family emergency planning. 00:00 The film begins with the Packard family watching the news, which reports on the resolution of an international crisis and features an interview with Mr. Stanley J. Packard, the director of civil defense. Mr. Packard stresses the importance of knowing shelter locations and having a family preparedness plan. The family then discusses their own plans for various scenarios, including what to do if they are at home, school, or other locations during an attack. They emphasize the importance of having a plan, knowing where shelters are, and being prepared. The conversation covers different situations, such as being at the supermarket, downtown, or on vacation, and the need to know what to do in each case. The family also considers improving their own basement's protection and discusses the importance of carrying essential items in their car. They conclude by expressing relief and confidence in their preparedness plan. 00:00: Introduction 1:01: The family prepares to watch the news. report on the resolution of an international crisis. 1:19: The news features an interview with Mr. Stanley J. Packard, the director of civil defense 1:45: Mr. Packard emphasizes the importance of knowing shelter locations and having a family preparedness plan. 2:19: Family discusses what they would do in case of an attack 3:48: The family continues to discuss their plans, including what the children should do if they are at school 3:48: Importance of knowing what to do without warning, such as in the event of a flash. 4:20: Plans for different situations 5:09: They discuss the importance of having a plan for various scenarios. 5:39:Importance of fallout shelters and knowing what to do and having a plan in place. 7:05: Discussion about finding shelter on Central Ave. or at Mitchell's department store. 7:48: Debate on whether the family should stay together or find the nearest shelter. 8:04: Janice explains she would follow Betty's mother's instructions if she were at Betty's house. 8:44: Planning for the next morning, including driving to work and going to the supermarket. 9:00: Considering the proximity of the supermarket to home and the possibility of making it home in less than 10 minutes. 9:32: Discussing other places the family might be, such as downtown or at a friend's house, and the importance of knowing where shelters are. 10:00: Kenny offers to help his mom get to safety if needed. 10:36: Shelter at the plant and the difficulty of deciding whether to stay or go home. 11:01: Fred shares a story about a friend's basement shelter 11:56: Concerns about traffic and delays in reaching the grammar school. 12:22: Discussing the possibility of improving protection in their own basement with sandbags. 12:52: Civil defense manuals and medical self-help courses. 13:37: Planning for vacation and knowing shelter locations in unfamiliar places. 14:03: Identifying shelters in downtown areas and open country, and the importance of carrying essential items in the car. 14:38: Considering shelter options at Uncle Arnold's farm. 15:17: Emphasizing the importance of having a plan and the likelihood of survival. 15:59: The family expresses relief and confidence in their preparedness plan. 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