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THE VILLAGE WHERE WIVES BECOME MEN
Once a year, in January, the women of Monoclisia in Greece, get their own back on their husbands, by changing places with them for twenty four hours. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions...
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PILGRIM'S PROGRESS
Our pictures show Pope Paul on his tour of the Holy Land, he meets President Shazar at Megiddo. He then meets the Chief Rabbi who made the traditional offering of bread and salt. The journey was made to ""implore divine mercy on behalf...
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HENLEY REGATTA - Eastman Colour
For five generations now, Henley-on-Thames has been staging its famous regatta. This year the events took place in perfect weather with a pleasant following breeze to help the oarsmen. Open for the first time to schools from overseas the...
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ENGLAND UNDER ""ALL BLACK"" CLOUD
We show highlights of All Blacks V England at Twickenham. Don Clarke scores a penalty goal after five minutes and Caulton finishes the second half with a try. The final score, fourteen - nil to the All Blacks. Disclaimer: British...
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EUROPEAN CUP - RANGERS THROUGH
Glasgow Rangers kick off in Rapid Vienna for the second leg of the European Cup with one goal to their advantage. The final score was 2 - 0 to Glasgow Rangers. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and...
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FIELD MARSHAL SLIM IN NEW DELHI
En route to Hong Kong, Field Marshal Slim paid a visit to New Delhi, where he inspected units of the Indian Army. Riding along in a jeep he must have been very impressed by what he saw. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical...
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BOB'S THE BEST
Pictures from St. Moritz show the world two and four man bob sleigh championships. The two man event was won by Tony Nash and Robin Dixon of Britain and the four man was won by the Canadian team. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an...
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THE KING AND CITY HONOUR AIR LIFT PERSONNEL
At Buckingham Palace, the King and Queen reviewed a representative contingent of men and women of the Berlin Air-lift. Later they lunched at the Guildhall. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and...
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MONTY SEES THE ARMY WIN
The Army V Navy football clash in Philadelphia was attended by President Truman. General Bradley was present; and so was ""Monty"", who's been paying a short visit to the States, conferring with defence chiefs. Disclaimer: British...
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RUGBY - WALES EARN ACCLAIM AT CARDIFF
Scotland take the field at Cardiff Arms Park for their International against Wales. The home fifteen set the ball rolling, but Scotland were soon showing how they've remained unbeaten so far this season. Scotland drew first blood after...
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GERMANS PROTEST AGAINST DEMOLITIONS
Destruction of war potential at the Hermann Goering Steel Works at Watenstedt-Salzgitter has necessitated the presence of British troops to support the German police. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views...
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KING LEOPOLD'S YES OR NO VOTE
The question whether King Leopold should return - as King - to his palace in Brussels has spilt Belgium in two. The long delayed decision had now to be made and scenes taken before the voting clearly show the division of public opinion....
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""REDS"" ""PEACE"" DEMONSTRATION
In New York, the Communists held a ""peace"" demonstration until the police carried out their orders to stop it. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of...
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MARSHALL AID PARADE
To celebrate the 4th anniversary of the Italian Republic and at the same time, to display the weapons obtained by the nation through Marshall Aid, Rome recently staged an impressive parade. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical...
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BELGIAN CRISIS SUBSIDES
The climax of the Belgian crisis came, when thousands of strikers and other anti-royalists prepared to march on Brussels. If the King's decision to transfer rights to his son had not been taken, the march would have meant civil war...
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IRELAND'S SILENT RAIL-CAR
A new electric Rail-car is being used in Dublin and surrounding countryside. 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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HORSES ARE FEATURE OF SYDNEY SHOW
The equestrian events proved the biggest attraction for many of the thousands of spectators at Sydney's Agricultural Show. In the bloodstock parade, there was the handsome Arab as well as the first-class thoroughbred. Other horses...
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PHYSICAL CULTURE DEMONSTRATION IN DUBLIN (IRISH REEL)
At the National Stadium a demonstration of Physical training by girls from Ireland and Sweden. 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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KOREA - AMPHIBIOUS FORCE LANDS
The first American amphibious operation since World War Two was commanded during the sea voyage by Rear Admiral Doyle, seen here with Major General Gray, who was to lead the troops on land. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical...
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WEST INDIANS LOOSEN-UP
The West Indian cricketers very wisely distrusting our weather, have started limbering up for their first practice at Lord's. John Goddard sums up the prospects as captain of the team. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical...
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GIRLS TO BEWARE OF
Chicago models, learning the art of self-defence, prove it's really quite easy to turn a frail male pale. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the...
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A large crowd watched
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DUBLIN'S EASTER PARADE
At Arbour Hill, Eamon de Valera lays a wreath. Outside the GPO President O'Kelly took the salute as the parade passed by. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or...
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THOSE RUSSIAN SHIPS
Laying close in-shore off the Helford river (near Falmouth, Cornwall) the ""Red Fleet"" of trawlers and tugs has been the cause of much speculation in Britain. The Russians say they're going to the Black Sea to catch fish. Disclaimer:...