Inauguration of King Hussein

Series

Series Name
British Movietone News

Issue

Issue No.
1249
Date Released
11 May 1953
Date submitted
7 May 1953
Stories in this Issue:
  1. 1The Perfect Secretary
  2. 2Flyer Dives Under Thames Bridges
  3. 3North Sea Collision Drama
  4. 4Inauguration of King Hussein
  5. 5Royal Children Salute Guards Colours
  6. 6The Abbey - Sir Winston’s Appeal
  7. *Eastern Emperor Wins Chester Cup

* Story has local or special distribution

Story

Story No. within this Issue
4 / 6
Summary
MOVIETONE CARD TITLE: King Hussein’s Enthronement. DESCRIPTION: In the city of Amman (capital of Jordan) the enthronement of King Hussein was the occasion for national prayers as well as for widespread rejoicing. There was an impressive turn out of troops and parades by desert warriors to mark the great occasion. SHOTLIST: Cut story - KS. CU decorations (street). Various shots of troops marching, passing through archway. King Hussein drives from palace. Inspects Guard of Honour. Interior - King takes the oath, salutes & smartly leaves. Drives through crowded streets.
Keywords
Royalty; Buildings and structures; Ceremonies; Military
Locations
Amman; Jordan
Footage sources
British Paramount
Card file number
59006
Credits:
Commentator
Leslie Mitchell
Length of story (in feet)
90
Story extras:
Film clip

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