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FIFTY YEARS OF MOVIES -
To mark fifty years of moving film we look at some of the early images that were captured on film. The inauguration of Teddy Roosevelt, 1894 Slow Motion of Gentleman Jim Corbett boxing, fashions and WG Grace are in our selection....
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EASTER '44 -
To mark the fifth Easter of the war Movietone visited Margate. Everywhere was closed and no holiday makers thronged the sea front. With seaside holidays out of bounds other events attracted large crowds, such as those who enjoyed a day...
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SINGAPORE INDEPENDENCE
These pictures show the Great Exhibition in Singapore, staged to mark the granting of internal self-government to the island, a British possession for a hundred and forty years. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection....
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SINGAPORE A CITY
The raising of Singapore to the statue of a City was naturally a gala occasion; for in spite of the grave situation in Malaya, it was clearly right to celebrate this new dignity. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection....
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NAMES IN THE NEWS
In New York, Richard Nixon and family celebrate his Election victory. ® In Paris, we meet Madame Nguyen Thi Binh, the NLF Leader at the Vietnam talks. ® In London, Devonshire's Sally-Anne Turner is voted Ideal Barmaid - And a host of...
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THE REPUBLIC OF GHANA
For the last time, the Governor-General's flag was flying in Accra, as Lord Listowel (the last to hold office as Governor-General of Ghana) arrived for the ceremonies. Musical honours and a smart Guard were accorded. As Lord Listowel...
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THE CUP GOES HOME
The cup went home, and this year it is Nottingham. The Notts Forest eleven got a terrific ovation and they were all present, including the Scorer of that first brilliant goal, the injured Roy Dwight. Tens of thousands were outside the...
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CHINA LOOKS TO THE FUTURE -
In Chungking no less than forty-two couples were married in a joint ceremony. 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 REVIEW OF THE YEAR
Movietone Reviews the Major Events of 1973. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection are reproduced for historical accuracy and do not...
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HEAVIEST TURKEY
Weighing in the heaviest turkey at the Waldorf Hotel, London, 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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ROYAL VISIT TO NORTH WALES.
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CHRISTMAS CHEESE
Three hundred years ago the Governor of the Royal Hospital, Chelsea ordered that the pensioners be supplied with cheese and the Cheese Ceremony has been enacted ever since. Nine varieties of English Cheeses are presented to the Hospital...
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TRIBUTE DAY FOR JAMES HUNT
The World's new Motor Racing Champion, James Hunt, was honoured by a Tribute Day at Brands Hatch. Hunt was presented with a 'Golden Helmet' which was originally intended for the late Graham Hill. Also present at the meeting was the...
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ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE- COLOUR
The streets of Dublin, take of a festive air for the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. Bands from different parts of the globe march in the Parade. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions...
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150th ANNIVERSARY OF STEAM RAILWAYS- COLOUR
Forty years ago, when the 'Coronation Scot' made a record run from London to Glasgow, steam railways were in their hey-day. Now as we celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the beginning of steam locomotion, many of us mourn its passing. ®...
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MUNICH BEER FESTIVAL
For fifteen days Munich is alive with music, dancing and the clink of the beer steins, for this is the duration of the 'Oktoberfest'. As well as the consumption of beer, for the Bavarians and the many foreign visitors, there is 'all the...
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REVIEW OF THE YEAR
As we enter the last twenty five years of the 20th Century - Movietone reviews the last twelve months in retrospect. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata...
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WESTERN FRONT - XMAS 1944 -
Troops on the Western Front this Christmas are battling with wintry conditions of flood and cold. In Holland some of the hospitals have introduced the Christmas spirit for the wounded with trees and decorations. Parties have been...
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SCHARNHORST VICTORY -
These pictures show some of the ships that took part in the sinking of the Scharnhorst. The ""Duke of York"" is seen returning after the victory. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within...
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VIVE PARIS -
(First pictures of the liberated French Capital). French fighting forces raced to the relief of Paris, wiping out German strong points on the outskirts of the City. General Leclerc, leader of the liberating forces, drove in with his...
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Empire Day Scenes and Singing
Youngsters parade before the Mayor of Hampstead at Grange Park School, Kilburn. 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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Britain's Foremost Tennis Star Weds
HW Austin is married to Miss Phyllis Konstam in happy ceremony at Hampstead. ® Sub.1. Later at the reception. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of...
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EDINBURGH FESTIVAL
The 24th Edinburgh Festival presents its annual kaleidoscope of the Arts. Opera, Choral and Orchestral Concerts, a feast of theatre, exhibitions ranging from early Celtic Art to Chagall, the ever-popular Military Tattoo and a Film...
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ROYAL SHOW
Now established on its permanent site near Kenilworth, the Royal Show gets bigger and better every year. The Queen Mother attends the opening day. Between the parades of prizewinning cattle - a Wild West show in the Grand Ring. Real...