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THANKSGIVING DAY -
America's Thanksgiving Day was with a Service in Westminster Abbey and a Parade through the streets of Plymouth. At an USAAF Base the men entertained two hundred local children with a Thanksgiving Day Party. Disclaimer: British Movietone...
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CARNIVAL - COLOUR
The streets of Valletta on the lovely Mediterranean Island of Malta, once a year echo to the sights and sound of Carnival. For five carefree days the Maltese give themselves over to music and fun. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an...
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THE RUGBY LEAGUE CUP FINAL - COLOUR
St. Helens and Widnes were the finalists who came to Wembley's famous turf to do battle for the Rugby League Challenge Cup. St. Helens opened the scoring with a try by Eddie Cunningham and Geoff Pimblett converted to make it 5 points to...
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WHITE FRIARS TORCHLIGHT PROCESSION
At the Friars monastery, Aylesford, the monks hold a torchlight procession to celebrate the silver jubilee of their return to the monastery. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within...
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MOVIETONE TAKES A LOOK AT SOME OF THE VARIOUS ACTIVITIES OF THE HORSE.- COLOUR
The horse, man's other greatest friend, whether for riding or pulling a plough, this noble beast still has a place in the era of the combustion engine. ® ® From the European Three Day Event Championships at Luhmuhlen, Lucinda...
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REMEMBRANCE SERVICE
Earl Mountbatten at an Franco-British Remembrance Service at Notre Dame Cathedral. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection are reproduced...
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INVESTITURE
Honours for sport and entertainment personalities at Buckingham Palace Investiture. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection are reproduced...
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LORD MAYOR'S SHOW
The new Lord Mayor of London, Sir Murray Fox, presents the 1974 Show with 'Sinews of Britain' as the theme. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the...
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INFLATABLE POWERBOAT MARATHON- COLOUR
Of the 55 starters in this 2-day Round London Marathon only 44 arrived back at Putney Hard. There were many obstacles for the teams to overcome, for at various stages the boats have to be lifted from the water and carried to the next...
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THE 1974 DERBY
Conditions were perfect for the running of the 195th Derby. ® The race was watched by the Queen, with other members of the Royal Family. ® A record crowd saw 50 to 1 outsider Snow Knight surprise the punters by winning from Imperial...
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GREENWICH BELLE LAUNCHED
Lady Chichester, widow of Sir Francis, launches the Greenwich Belle which is to join the fleet of seven launches plying the River Thames between Greenwich and Hampton Court. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any...
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MAYOR OF LONDONDERRY
At the Guildhall the Mayor of Londonderry makes a presentation to the Lord Mayor of London on behalf of children from Northern Ireland. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either...
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NEW POLICE HEADQUARTERS
Her Majesty the Queen opens the New HQ and afterwards, makes a tour of inspection. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection are reproduced...
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THE NEW COVENT GARDEN MARKET- COLOUR
After years of congestion and clutter in the heart of London - Covent Garden Market has moved to a spacious new site at Nine Elms. ® The new market has regulated temperatures and air conditioning which are essential for fresh flowers,...
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HYDROFOIL SERVICE
A new Russian built Hydrofoil water bus goes into operation. It provides a commuter service from Greenwich to St. Katherine's Dock near Tower Bridge. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions...
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DE VALERA CONFERS DEGREES
At the University of Cork, Ex President de Valera confers honorary degrees on composers Sir William Walton of Great Britain, Professor Boris Blacher of West Germany, Professor Brian Boydell of Dublin and Professor Roman Vlad of Italy....
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PRINCE CHARLES INAUGURATES TELESCOPE
At Siding Spring Observatory, near Coonabarabran, HRH Prince Charles inaugurates the new Anglo-Australian telescope. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata...
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THE SHAH IN LONDON'S GUILDHALL
Flags were flying at Guildhall in honour of the Shah of Iran, and walking in procession with the Lord Mayor (Sir Harold Gillett), His Imperial Majesty proceeding to take his place in the Library. The address of welcome was presented in a...
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IN TROPICAL SEAS
Prince Philip was the visitor to a far-away island in mid-Pacific, near the Equator. His Royal Highness was greeted with a war-dance and was presented with a necklace as a peace-offering. Another highlight was the triumphal procession...
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THE PRINCE IN THE ISLANDS
This was the first royal visit in the history of the Solomon Islands Protectorate. ""Britannia"" dropped anchor off Gizo Island after a nine-day voyage from Hong Kong. Prince Philip had enjoyed the crossing the Equator ceremonies and was...
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THE SEGRAVE TROPHY
For forty-six years the Segrave Trophy has been the top accolade in the field of Transport. This year's recipient was Top Rally Driver, Roger Clark, who only a few weeks before had won the RAC Round Britain Rally. Disclaimer: British...
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1975 DERBY- COLOUR
The ""196th Derby Stakes"" and the stakes are the highest ever. ® ® There is £106,500 for the winner and a wonderful day at the races for a record crowd. ® ® Almost from the start, it's Anne's Pretender leading the field, then just...
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THE LORD MAYOR'S SHOW
The theme of this year's Lord Mayor's Show was a nautical one, 'The City and The Sea'. The new Lord Mayor, Sir Robin Gillett, watched the procession from the balcony of the Mansion House. Then he joined the end of the parade in the grand...
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THE FENNY POPPERS
In the Buckinghamshire town of Fenny Stratford on St. Martin's Day, they fire the 'Fenny Poppers'. The Poppers are small pots made of gunmetal, filled with gunpowder and fired by using a long hot rod. The custom dates back to 1760 and...