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CHURCHILL COLLEGE
This is Cambridge's new college. Sir Winston Churchill, after whom it's named, had himself come to perform the inauguration, by planting two trees. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions...
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THE PROMISED LAND
The Summer of 1948 was a turning-point in history for the people of Palestine, the ""Promised Land"". The last British troops were leaving the port of Haifa and the Union Flag was hauled down, and the doors were closed on the British...
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CHURCHILL COLLEGE
Sir Winston invited the Trustees of the proposed Churchill College at Cambridge to review progress made in raising funds. Nearly 2 million has already been donated: thanks largely to British Commerce and Industry. A College for...
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FORETASTE OF CHRISTMAS
RN Cooks. At the Royal Naval Supply School at Chatham, they're learning how to cook cod au gratin, and all that. They may have joined the Navy to sail around the world; but at the moment, they are in the kitchen! ® Turkeys. Now is the...
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SCHOOL FOR BATTLE -
Britain's new Army is being turned into the toughest in the world at ""Battle Schools"". They are put through an Assault Course and given weapon training. Street fighting is also a large part of the training. Disclaimer: British...
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PRINCE CHARLES NEW SCHOOL
Cheam School in Hampshire - which numbers Prince Philip among its ""old boys"" - is a delightful building set in 65 acres of lovely grounds. There are tennis courts and a fine swimming pool, and is one of the country's oldest prep...
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EDUCATION -
Mr Butler discusses the forthcoming Education Bill with Mr Brierly from America. 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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SCHOOL FOR COURIERS
Europe's newest airline - BEA Airtours - gets under way with a flight to Majorca, and an inclusive-tour holiday concern sends 70 girls on a special course at their School for Couriers in Palma. An appealing preview of your sunshine...
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USSR HARD PRESSED -
The Germans, maintaining heavy pressure against the Soviet, have won successes in the North and South. In the central sector, Soviet troops under Marshal Timoshenko have counter-attacked around Smolensk. Disclaimer: British Movietone is...
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Shanghai Police Carry On.
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JAPAN ...? -
Under great secrecy Japan is building up her Navy, to what ends is the question. 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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An excerpt from a Soviet Documentary report on Vietnam
An excerpt from a Soviet Documentary report on Vietnam. A revealing example of the power of propaganda, the war as seen through the eyes of the other side.
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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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PRESIDENT OF IRELAND STATE VISIT TO FRANCE- COLOUR
The President of Ireland Cearbhall O'Dalaigh makes a state visit to France. 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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PRINCE PHILIP IN NEWCASTLE - NO SOUND
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PRINCESS MARGARET'S VISIT
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Governor-General Receives A Degree
McGill University gives Lord Bessborough in Montreal an LL.D after his name. 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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No Sickbed Cure For Benito Mussolini.
At school-children's parade in Rome, Il Duce makes early public appearance after fall from horse. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection...
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Teaching The Army to Sing
Newest idea of training pupils at Royal School of Music at Kneller Hall. 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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PRINCE ANDREW GOES TO SCHOOL
Eight year-old Prince Andrew starts school at Heatherdown near Ascot. 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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PRINCE CHARLES AT FLYING SCHOOL
Prince Charles pilots a twin engined Basset aircraft into Cranwell RAF College where, during his five month's stay, he will undergo an exacting flying course in 500 mph jet Provost Trainers to get his service 'wings'. Disclaimer: British...
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EDUCATIONAL CRUISER
British school-children on a practical geography lesson that teaches them more than the textbooks. An educational cruise with stops at Malta and other countries. But it's not all holiday - the ship's equipped with classrooms and other...
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THE RED ARMY SWEEPS FORWARD: - NO SOUND
Nalchik Area - The Red Army has made great advances in the Caucasus stopping Hitler's bid to reach the oilfields of Grozny and Baku. ® Rzhev Front - Great advances have also been made in the Central following the cutting of the...
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Why Not English as Universal Language
Professor Gilbert Murray, Famous Scholar, Urges Reforms of spelling as word each step. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection are...