| Edward VII Opens Parliament; 1902 | ||
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| This clip is not available for streaming at this time. Please contact WPA. | Tape Master: | 5003 |
| Catalog #: | 364557 | |
| Clip Number: | 364557-1 | |
| Orginal Film: | UN 1 A (W) | |
| Timecode: | 01:11:22 - 01:12:48 | |
| Location: | London, England | |
| Year Shot: | 1902 (Actual Year) | |
| Audio: | No | |
| Color: | No | |
| Headings: | CEREMONIES: State, Opening Of Parliament GOVERNMENT: Constitutional Monarchy, Great Britain, Parliament LOCATIONS/EUROPE: UK, England, London ROYALTY: British, Edward VII | |
| Description: | King Edward VII opens his first Parliament on Jan. 16, 1902. VS incl some good close shots of ceremonial procession to the House of Lords. Shot of Household Cavalry Guards riding by with plumed helmets; following them come eight horses pulling the "Irish State Coach" in which King rides (not seen); accompanied by escorts both mounted and on foot, in centuries-old style costumes. Beefeaters etc.. Another view of procession as they leave by the Victoria Tower coming round a corner; passing close by the camera. Royals inside coach visible only for a few dark glimpses (nothing identifiable). | |
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