Duke of Kent Joins the Army

Series

Series Name

British Movietone News

Issue

Issue No.

1266A

Date Released

10 Sep 1953

Date submitted

7 Sep 1953

Stories in this Issue:

1. 1Cyclists Away on Fortnight’s Grind
2. 2Sick Pow’s Return by Air
3. 3Duke of Kent Joins the Army
4. 4Prelude to Farnborough
5. 5Prelude to Farnborough

Story

Story No. within this Issue

3 / 5

Summary

MOVIETONE CARD TITLE: Duke of Kent Joins Army. DESCRIPTION: Outside the Quarter Master’s Stores at Sandhurst, the Duke of Kent goes through the job of kitting-up. He had just enlisted in the army as a private on a regular engagement. SHOTLIST: Cut story - On parade ground Duke of Kent is fitted with greatcoat, tailor and military officials in attendance. CU notice Quarter Master’s stores. In battle dress being fitted. Tries beret on for size. Kit laid out. CU pile of army buttons. Duke holds his kitbag open and receives rest of kit. Signing his name on register. CU name.

Keywords

Royalty; Fashion and costume; Military

Locations

Berkshire; Sandhurst

Card file number

59708

Credits:

Commentator

Geoffrey Sumner

Camera

Norman Fisher

Length of story (in feet)

71

Story extras:

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