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  • 24/04/2025
Private Snafu: Target Snafu is a 1944 animated short film created as part of the Private Snafu series, produced by Warner Bros. for the U.S. Army during World War II. Directed by Friz Freleng and Frank Tashlin, the film humorously educates soldiers on the dangers of malaria and the importance of mosquito control. The story follows Private Snafu as he encounters a swarm of malaria-carrying mosquitoes, highlighting his failure to take proper precautions. With its blend of humor, animation, and a serious message, the film served as an engaging training tool for troops.

Credits:
Directors: Friz Freleng, Frank Tashlin
Producer: U.S. Army Signal Corps
Starring: Mel Blanc (voice)
Writers: Phil Eastman, Dr. Seuss (Theodor Geisel)

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Transcript
00:00Another smashing blow against the enemy is underway.
00:19To understand the months of grueling work and preparation that go into a raid such as this,
00:24we must start at the very beginning.
00:26Selective service draws on the nation's manpower.
00:29Inductees are rigidly examined for any defects.
00:46Only the finest may serve.
00:49Basic training begins.
01:06Drill. Manual of arms.
01:23Bayonet practice.
01:28Obstacle course.
01:32Blastacle course.
01:33Blastacle course.
01:37Blastци.
01:38Blastcal course.
01:42Blastcal honour.
01:56Blastcal course.
01:58Blastcal ququa.
02:00Fight tactics!
02:18And so our cadets have earned their wings
02:31Full-fledged fighter pilots
02:33Ready for action
02:35Very discouraging
02:42The enemy's defense seems impregnable
02:45But wait
02:47No big
02:56No big
03:00Oh, my God.
03:30Yes, another smashing blow against the enemy is underway.
04:00No!
04:02No!
04:04No!
04:06No!
04:08No!
04:10No!
04:12No!
04:14No!
04:16No!
04:18No!
04:20No!
04:22No!
04:24No!
04:26No!
04:28No!
04:30No!
04:32No!

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