| Traditional Display Inaugurates Opening of 17th Parliament | ||
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| This clip is not available for streaming at this time. Please contact WPA. | Tape Master: | 1506 |
| Catalog #: | 341424 | |
| Clip Number: | 341424-1 | |
| Orginal Film: | 004-013-03 | |
| Timecode: | 00:06:52 - 00:07:43 | |
| Location: | Ottowa, Ontario, Canada | |
| Year Shot: | 1932 (Actual Year) | |
| Audio: | Yes | |
| Color: | No | |
| Headings: | CEREMONIES: State, Opening Of Parliament GOVERNMENT: Canada INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS: Commonwealth of Nations (British Commonwealth) LOCATIONS/NORTH AMERICA: Canada, Ontario, Ottawa | |
| Description: | Contrast is on the light side, film is a little jumpy Accompanied by his Foot Guards, Governor General, the Earl of Westborough, arrives at the Dominion Capitol to preside at the Colorful Ceremonial that marks the Third Session of the Ruling Bodies. Military, naval, and air units gather in the square before the hall of fame to pay honor to the king's envoy as he reaches the government center. Prime Minister Bennett receives Lord Bessborough and the session is open to consider legislation of great moment. | |
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