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THEATRE IN THE CITY
London river, and close by the landing stage at Puddle Dock, Blackfriars, stands the new Mermaid Theatre. Sea cadets arrived with the Mermaid herself ... four year old Caroline, daughter of Jack Hawkins. London's Lord Mayor was present...
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SOMETHING STYLISH FOR SPRING
Pictures show Hairdressing Championships also fashions for men from Germany and pop singer Beau Brummel's latest ""gear"". Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or...
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AROUND THE CIRCUITS
At the Phillip Island Circuits in Victoria, Australia, Graham Hill and Jim Clark are joined by Jackie Stewart for a close look at the track which is being completely re-surfaced - and the Powder Puff Derby at Adelaide. A collision...
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BEATLES GET AUSSIE WELCOME
Pictures show how Australia welcomed the Beatles, with heavy rain, and of course fans. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection are...
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SYDNEY - MOSS FIRST AGAIN
Ron Flockhart, John Surtees and Jack Brabham were up against Stirling Moss in the International Hundred Mile Race. Moss, with his usual unruffled skill, won the event, with new Zealander Bruce McLaren second. Disclaimer: British...
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GOOD NEWS IN THE WEST -
Good news of the Allied advance through France is being received every day. Monty is seen in conference with Air Chief Marshal Sir Trafford Leigh Mallory, Air Marshals Broadhurst and Coningham and General Crerar (commanding the Canadian...
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CHATAWAY'S AMAZING VICTORY
The highlight of the athletics match between London and Moscow was the 5,000 metres, in which the main rivals were Kuts of Moscow and Chris Chataway. Chataway's final burst near the tape gave him victory, a new World Record and revenge...
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ATOMIC POWER (FIRST PICTURES)
President Truman speaks on the Atomic Bomb. At Oak Ridge, Tennessee workers have been producing the bomb. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the...
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CONSUL RACE AND RACE OF CHAMPIONS
Top sporting personalities compete in a race, driving identical Consuls, held at Brands Hatch - the winner Chay Blyth. ® Racing drivers compete in the Formula One Race of Champions won by outsider Peter Gethin in a Chevron-Chevrolet....
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KNIGHTS OF THE ROUND TABLE- COLOUR
The Court of King Arthur lives on at Tintagel in Cornwall. The Order of the Knights of the Round Table, basically a charitable organisation, hold ceremonies to dub new Knights and observe the rituals of this ancient Court. Disclaimer:...
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WRESTLING - OLYMPIC PREVIEW
Britain's first International Tournament between amateur wrestlers from 3 countries took place at Manchester's Belle Vue. It was between Japan, the United States and England. Pictures show the Heavyweight bout between Merrill Solowin of...
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COMMON COLD RESEARCH
The Common Cold Research Unit at Harvard Hospital, Salisbury. 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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ST. PATRICK'S DAY -
There was a special parade at Tel El Kebir in the Canal Zone on St. Patrick's Day and the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers each received a Shamrock. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within...
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SPORTS REVIEW OF 1972
All the Highlights of this exciting year of sport, under review, by the Cameras of Movietonews. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection...
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CAMPING EXHIBITION
The Camping Exhibition at Olympia. The 1972 British Everest Exhibition shows its tent - and polyester heat sheet. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of...
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BADMINTON HORSE TRIALS
For the second year running with about 70 horses entered, Lt Phillips on 'Ovation' won the Badminton Horse Trials. The trials were watched by the Royal Family. Unfortunately Princess Anne did not compete, nor will she be entered for the...
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XX OLYMPIC GAMES HIGHLIGHTS
Movietone presents some of the highlights of the 1972 Olympic Games now in progress in Munich. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection are...
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ANIMAL ART
Francois Xavier Lalanne is one of the most advanced designers of furniture in Europe. Most of his creations are so far out that even the French raise the odd eyebrow. All his items shaped like animals and can be put to use. The beauty of...
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Wrestling Champion
Gus Sonnenberg defeats Plestina, a heavier man in bout at Boston, USA. 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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BRAVERY OF LONG DISTANCE WALKER
After walking 860 miles on crutches from John O'Groats to Lands End, polio victim David Ryder is greeted by film star Elizabeth Taylor and a great ovation from crowds of well-wishers. David's courage and tenacity are a dramatic...
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KEEP THE WHEELS TURNING
Among the most efficient ways to utilise natural power - the Water Wheel - can be as useful today as before the Industrial Revolution. In Devon, a craftsman uses one to drive a complete workshop! Disclaimer: British Movietone is an...
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RAC RALLY
Swedish drivers take the first four places in the 2,300 mile RAC Rally. It's a triumph for Harry Kallstrom and Gunnar Haggbom - repeating their success in the event last year. Plenty fall by the way side over the tough ""forest""...
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QUEEN MARY VISITS THE ""IDEAL HOME""
Queen Mary was received by Lord Rothermere when she visited the Ideal Home Exhibition. Amongst the exhibits were British Nylon clothing, water heaters, gas cookers and a working model of a steel factory. Disclaimer: British Movietone is...
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SPORT - CRICKET - PORTABLE PITCH
At Ashford, Middlesex, well known cricketers try out a new cricket pitch of pre-cast concrete. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection are...