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STANDARD FOR BODYGUARD
The Mounted Bodyguard of the Indian President was on parade in the forecourt of his Palace, in New Delhi. Dr Prasad himself presented them with a Standard. It was received by Captain Prince Bhawani Singh. They have had no Colour since...
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A HOLIDAY VISITOR
Mr Chimp bought a ticket and paid a visit to Munich Zoo, where he frightened all the animals, while at London Zoo, the chimps had a tea-party. ® Now for a glimpse of wild life miles away from any zoo. Some chaps went seal-hunting on the...
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THE STATE VISIT TO SWEDEN
The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh were greeted by King Gustav and Queen Louise, when they arrived at Stockholm on their three day visit to Sweden. After the greetings, the only ceremony there was, was the traditional inspection of the...
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HONOURS FOR SPORT
Congratulations to Len Hutton on the award of a Knighthood in the Birthday Honours List, also to that great sportswoman, Pat Smythe appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical...
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THE ROYAL NIGERIAN TOUR
Kano, the ancient walled city of the Northern Region, gave the final welcome to Her Majesty and the Duke as they made their last ceremonial drive of the tour. That evening at the Airport the Queen ended her visit to Nigeria. Disclaimer:...
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""RIBOT"" WINS AT ASCOT
At Ascot, ""The King George 6th and Queen Elizabeth Stakes"" was won by ""Ribot"", he won by five lengths from ""High Veldt"" to scoop the prize of over £23,000. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and...
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PRESIDENT EISENHOWER
It was after an eleven day holiday in Georgia, that the President gave his personal decision. At the White House he told a press conference that he was willing to be a Republican candidate for another term as President. Disclaimer:...
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GLORIOUS GOODWOOD
At Goodwood, the Steward's Cup was won by Matador in a photo finish, victory by a neck from Epaulette - the best performance by a 3 year old in the history of the race. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views...
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TRADE FAIR
Escort for a Sheikh, mounted police in attendance on the Ruler of Bahrein. His Highness went to see the Agricultural and Trade Show and to perform the opening ceremony. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views...
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INTERNATIONAL HORSE SHOW
At White City, the Mounted Band of the Royal Horse Guards led the Welcome Parade at the opening of the International Horse Show. The Duke of Edinburgh presented Golden Spurs to Colonel Weldon and other members of the Olympic gold medal...
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HORSE SHOW CLIMAX
A White City highlight was when America won the George Fifth Cup. Bill Steinkraus on ""First Boy"" one of his two mounts. It was the first American win of this event since 1926. The Captain of the US Olympic jumping team received the...
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SHOW JUMPERS SUPREME
The Horse of the Year Show at Wembley also presented some Grand National winners of the past, ""Quare Times"" (1955), ""Mr What"" (1958) and ""Kilmore"" (1962). ® 27 show jumpers competed for the Butlin Championship. David Boston Barker...
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SOVIET TOUR CONTINUED
Westminster Pier was the departure point for Marshal Bulganin and Mr Khrushchev, when they travelled by launch, to Greenwich. At the Royal Naval College, they were welcomed by Lord Cilcennin. Their next visit was to Harwell where Sir...
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SHOW JUMPING - IRELAND LEADS FIVE NATIONS
The International parade of competitors for the Aga Khan Trophy at the Dublin Horse Show. Miss Drummond Hay on ""Merely a Monarch"", one of the English team with a clear round. Lieutenant Max Hauri of the Swiss team on ""Millview"". The...
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ROYAL RACEGOERS SEE 'MANICOU' BEATEN
On Easter Monday, Kempton Park was honoured by the presence of the King and Queen, who were accompanied by Princess Margaret. The Royal party had come to watch the Queen's steeplechaser, ""Manicou"". Disclaimer: British Movietone is an...
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ARGYLL AND SUTHERLAND HIGHLANDERS
This famous Scottish Regiment is to live on after all. After the threat of disbandment, the Argyll's will continue at Company strength. The Queen, as Colonel-in-Chief, visits them for the first time since the news was announced....
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FAVOURITE WINS GRAND PRIX
Auteuil race course - Fashions ® Grand Prix de Paris - Longchamps. President and Mrs Auriol attend. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the...
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ASCOTS GOLD CUP
Gold Cup Day at Ascot - and many thousands of people admiring the dignity of the Royal drive. In the race itself, 'Colonist II"" really looked like winning a great victory for Mr Churchill, when 'Pan II' came with an irresistible burst...
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ROYAL ASCOT
The Royal drive is, by long tradition, a most important feature of the meeting and Princess Elizabeth drove, with Her Majesty in the first carriage. Princess Margaret was in the second. Ascot, of course, provides one of the greatest...
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NAVY HELPS LUNDY REMOVALS
Lundy Island, off the North Coast of Devon, was recently responsible for turning a small section of the Navy into cowpunchers - they were using Tank Landing Craft to move cattle and ponies to the mainland. Disclaimer: British Movietone...
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GERMAN STATE VISIT
At Windsor Castle, the Queen welcomes the President and Frau Heinemann on their State Visit to Britain. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the...
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10-1 WINNER FOR THE PRINCESS
Princess Elizabeth, visiting Hurst Park, saw ""Monaveen"" (owned jointly by herself and the Queen) win by six lengths from ""Wot No Sun"" in the Queen Elizabeth Stakes. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views...
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BLOODSTOCK FOR AMERICAN DOLLARS
Dollars from racehorses - that's the story from Victoria Docks, where eighty thousand pounds' worth of bloodstock left for America. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the...
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RACE HORSE FOR STAN MATTHEWS
Stanley Matthews, the famous Blackpool and England footballer has been given a horse by a friend. At Beverley, Yorkshire he gives the horse a once-over. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions...