| THE DERBY - 1947 activity around Epsom racecourse before the 1947 Derby. | ||
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| Tape Master: | 7919 | |
| Catalog #: | 309501 | |
| Clip Number: | 309501-1 | |
| Orginal Film: | UN 1740 A | |
| Timecode: | 01:44:27 - 01:49:25 | |
| Location: | Epsom, Surrey | |
| Year Shot: | 1947 (Actual Year) | |
| Audio: | No | |
| Color: | No | |
| Headings: | GAMBLING: Horse Racing LOCATIONS/EUROPE: UK, England, Surrey RECREATION: Amusement Parks / Carnival RECREATION: Camping ROYALTY: British, George VI (Prince Albert, Duke of York) ROYALTY: British, Queen Elizabeth (Queen Mother, Queen Mum) ROYALTY: British, Queen Elizabeth II (Princess Elizabeth) SPORTS/EQUESTRIAN: Thoroughbred Racing | |
| Description: | THE DERBY - 1947 activity around Epsom racecourse before the 1947 Derby. Epsom, Surrey. C/U an AA (Automobile Association) road sign pointing to Epsom. Various shots of people who have been camping overnight, showing them sleeping cars, tents and cooking their breakfasts (some nice footage). Various shots of people walking around the grounds on what looks to be a wet day. Several shots of bookmakers including Prince Monolulu yelling. Various shots of the crowds on the downs. L/Ss of royal cars being driven along the course. L/S of Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II), King George VI and Queen Elizabeth (later the Queen Mother). The royals are seen walking with other dignitaries past crowds. Various shots of people enjoying the fairground rides. More shots of people asleep in car. People wearing macs and holding umbrellas. | |
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