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INDIA TO-DAY - DELHI TATTOO
Pandit Nehru recently attended an impressive military parade and tattoo. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection are reproduced for...
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PRIVATE JOY - PUBLIC ARGUMENT
The wedding of Princess Beatrix of the Netherlands and Herr Claus von Amsberg took place in Holland. Many expressed disapproval by making a public demonstration as the Princess and her husband drove through the streets. Disclaimer:...
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SYDNEY SHOWTIME
Sydney's Royal Easter Show was in full swing, while Britain was still firmly in the grip of the wintry Spring. A Devon Bull took the title as Grand Champion in the Stock Judging event, and the show jumping was another highlight. And,...
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ROYAL VISIT TO SHREWSBURY
Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh visited the Royal Show at Shrewsbury, taking great interest in the exhibits of cattle. They were escorted by Mr Tom Williams. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any...
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THAT OTHER DERBY
Claudette Colbert and Bob Hope witnessed the 76th Kentucky Derby, when fourteen of America's finest 3 year olds competed for the prize of $90,000 dollars. It was won by ""Middleground"" from ""Hill Prince"". Disclaimer: British Movietone...
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ROYAL ASCOT - RAIN, FASHION, SUNSHINE AND RACING
Ascot was almost ruined on the second day and the Royal Family arrived in closed cars to see the Royal Hunt Cup which was won by ""Hyperbole"" from ""Wat Tyler"". The next day, however, the weather was much better and the Royal drive...
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THE DERBY
Our pictures show all the highlights of the great classic race held on Epsom Downs, this time in colour! Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the...
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THE SULTAN RIDES AGAIN
Rabat and Sultan Sidi Mohammed Ben Youssef rides out from his Palace on a magnificent Arab horse attended by an impressive routine. He was on his way to take part in evening prayer at the mosque. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an...
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MEDITERRANEAN MISCELLANY -
Wounded from Tunisia leave Tripoli on their way to Alexandria to recover. During their passage by lighter to the hospital ship they were entertained by bandsmen of the New Zealand Expeditionary Force. The men on the Mediterranean front...
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SYND 30 11 69 SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK SEVERE DROUGHT
Wild life in Tanzania's Serengeti National Park is threatened by severe drought
1 pan Serengeti plain
2 ls dry roads, car along throwing up plume of dust
3 ms giraffe on lakeshore
4 ms river showing little water and mud banks
5 ms...
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WINTER SPORTS
The winter sports seasons almost here, and Movietone look at spectacular developments in Scotland where holiday centres can now offer facilities rivalling many Alpine resorts. Sporting and social amenities to suit every taste - every age...
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SYND 27-1-73 HORSES SUFFER FROM COLD WEATHER CONDITIONS
The winter weather conditions and drought are killing a wild horse herd in Colorado.
1. vs men examine dead horses
2. ms two men petting wild horse
3. mcu another man checks teeth
4. ms two more hungry horses
5. mls horse eating...
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PHOTO FINISH AT AUSSIE DERBY
There were large crowds at Randwick Racecourse for the start of the Spring Meeting. The Australian Jockey Club Derby was won by ""Carbon Copy"". Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within...
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BRITISH TROOPS IN GREECE -
The liberation of Greece began with British destroyers operating the Aegean, they were ordered to intercept and destroy enemy shipping trying to evacuate German troops from Crete and the Aegean Islands. The British first landed on the...
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BRITISH TROOPS IN GREECE -
The liberation of Greece began with British destroyers operating the Aegean, they were ordered to intercept and destroy enemy shipping trying to evacuate German troops from Crete and the Aegean Islands. The British first landed on the...
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SPORT - GRAND NATIONAL HORSES FAIL
Grand National horses fared badly in the Leopardstown 'Chase'. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection are reproduced for historical...
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LINCOLN - THE ROYAL SHOW
The King and Queen visit the Royal Agricultural Societies' Show at Lincoln. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection are reproduced for...
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THE KING AND QUEEN IN SCOTLAND - NO SOUND
A Nursery Centre and a Miners Rest Home were amongst the places visited by Their Majesties during their tour of Scotland. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or...
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MEDITERRANEAN MISCELLANY -
Wounded from Tunisia leave Tripoli on their way to Alexandria to recover. During their passage by lighter to the hospital ship they were entertained by bandsmen of the New Zealand Expeditionary Force. The men on the Mediterranean front...
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BRITISH TROOPS IN GREECE -
The liberation of Greece began with British destroyers operating the Aegean, they were ordered to intercept and destroy enemy shipping trying to evacuate German troops from Crete and the Aegean Islands. The British first landed on the...
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RUSSIA'S RESERVES -
The Ski Troops of the Red Army have extra mobility with which to strike at the enemy. The plant at Magintogorsk is the third highest in output of steel in the Soviet Union. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any...
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RED SQUARE PARADE -
In spite of the war the 24th Anniversary of the Russian Revolution was marked with a big parade in Red Square. Stalin was present with other Soviet leaders. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and...
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ROYAL SCOTTISH VISIT
Impressive pictures of the ""HONOURS OF SCOTLAND"" presented to Her Majesty in St. Giles' Cathedral. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the...
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EASTER PARADE
Many thousands went to London's Battersea Park for the Easter Parade, and there was martial music, and Romans heading the London-through-the-ages parade. Best of all, the sun was shining, which helped to make everybody happy. Disclaimer:...