Description
Universal Newsreel
May 1, 1947
Danes Bury Their King
A nation in mourning for a beloved monarch, Christian X, pauses during stirring funeral rites in which American and British marines take part. King Frederik leads his people in last rites for his father.
Palestine-5 Dead In Terror Blast
Five British police officers are dead, and a heavily guarded police compound is in shambles, following a dynamite blast set off by Jewish Zionist extremist (terrorists). Several were injured in the daring daylight attack.
Greek King Takes Oath
During impressive ceremonies at the Greek Parliament, King Paul, accompanied by his Queen, takes the oath of office as head of the Greek State. Archbishop Damaskinos administers the oath.
Madrid Victory Parade
On the eighth anniversary of victory in the Civil War, hundreds of thousands jam the streets to watch an impressive military review. General Franco receives a mass demonstration.
Royal Family Sees African Grandeur
The Royal Family, King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, sees the sights in Rhodesia. After a look-see at Victoria Falls, Britain’s monarchs cross into Barotseland, where native drums beat and natives race their novel canoes.
Runtime: 00:03:54
Sound: yes
File: high definition 1920×1080/24p ProRes422.
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