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A FAMILY HABIT -
Field Marshal Lord Gort, VC is present to see his son-in-law, Major William Sidney, receive a VC for conspicuous gallantry during fighting on the Anzio bridgehead. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and...
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NAIROBI GREETS ROYAL VISITORS
Their Royal Highnesses given great welcome. 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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PERSONALITIES: LORD LINLITHGOW - LORD LOUIS - MR EDEN
Lord Linlithgow has returned to Britain after seven years as Viceroy of India. Lord Louis Mountbatten has arrived in India as Commander-in-Chief, South East Asia. Mr Eden stopped in the Middle East on his way to the Three Power...
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SIR WILLIAM BEVERIDGE MARRIES -
At Caxton Hall Sir William Beveridge marries Mrs Janet Mair. 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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MADAME CHIANG KAI SHEK -
China's First Lady visits Washington where she addresses the House of Representatives. 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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CARNIVAL - COLOUR
The streets of Valletta on the lovely Mediterranean Island of Malta, once a year echo to the sights and sound of Carnival. For five carefree days the Maltese give themselves over to music and fun. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an...
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INVESTITURE
Honours for sport and entertainment personalities at Buckingham Palace Investiture. 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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BASTILLE DAY PARADE
Paris celebrates Bastille Day and the Parade takes a new route through Place de la Bastille from Place de la Republique, instead of the traditional Champs Elysees. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and...
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GREENWICH BELLE LAUNCHED
Lady Chichester, widow of Sir Francis, launches the Greenwich Belle which is to join the fleet of seven launches plying the River Thames between Greenwich and Hampton Court. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any...
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THE SHAH IN LONDON'S GUILDHALL
Flags were flying at Guildhall in honour of the Shah of Iran, and walking in procession with the Lord Mayor (Sir Harold Gillett), His Imperial Majesty proceeding to take his place in the Library. The address of welcome was presented in a...
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ROYAL WEDDING
Princess Michiko paid a respectful farewell to her parents, Mr and Mrs Shoda before she drove in a vintage car to the shrine of the Palace where she was married to Crown Prince Akihito. The Princess wore nine separate garments, weighing...
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LIZ TAYLOR LEAVES CLINIC
Our pictures show film star Liz Taylor leaving the London clinic, escorted by husband Eddie Fisher. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the...
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ROYAL HIGHLAND SHOW- COLOUR
The display window of Scotland and on show are many aspects of Scottish farming and handicrafts. HRH the Princess Anne joined many people in visiting this year's show. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views...
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ADMIRAL SHERMAN'S TRAGIC PASSING
Admiral Sherman's sudden death from heart failure at the age of only 54 came as a great shock to friends and allies as well as to America. Seen in France, the United States Chief of Naval Operations was making an important tour of...
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FREEDOM PRESENTATION IN EDINBURGH
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ROSARY CRUSADE RALLY
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VITAL MEETING -
The Prime Minister leaves No 10 to go the The House to make the last offer to Germany. 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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PREMIER'S GUILDHALL SPEECH -
In conferring the Freedom on Mr Churchill, the City of London expresses the whole Nation's gratitude to the admiration for its stalwart leader. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within...
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ATTLEE & BEVIN IN POTSDAM
Within 48 hours of his election victory Mr Attlee was on his way to Berlin, accompanied by the new Foreign Secretary Ernest Bevin. They were continuing the work begun by Mr Churchill at the Three Powers Conference at Potsdam. Disclaimer:...
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Meet Britain's Most Modern Young Lady
Wendy, aged 2.5, takes her father, Captain Shipwright for some fast driving at Brooklands. ® Sub.1. And now this baby speed enthusiast goes flying. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions...
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Britain's Speed Idol Makes Triumphal Return Home
Sir Malcolm Campbell on SS Mauretania reviews his great achievement. ® Sub.1. Motor Trade voices it's enthusiasm at Royal Automobile Club. ® Sub.2. Minister of Transport at Westminster Hall is nation's spokesmen. ® Sub.3. London...
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France Sets Up Her Statue To Lord Haig
Memorial of great soldier is unveiled at Montreuil his War Headquarters, in presence of his widow. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection...
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""BP"" Christens a New Locomotive
At Euston, the ""Girl Guide"" and ""Boy Scout"" are sped on the rails by Lord and Lady Baden Powell. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the...
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Britannia Launches Her ""Ewe"" Lamb Cruiser
Mrs AV Alexander, wife of ex-First Lord, christens at Devonport, HMS Leander, only 1931 ship. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection are...