The Homecoming of the Princes

Series

Series Name

British Movietone News

Issue

Issue No.

99A

Date Released

30 Apr 1931

Stories in this Issue:

1. 1The Homecoming of the Princes
2. 2Roman Galley is Launched on Grass
3. 3Big Rally for Chief Scout in Australia
4. 4FA Cup Warriors Return Home
5. 5Spring Plays Havoc with Simple Monkeys
6. 6Glen Kidston Lands at Pretoria on Cape Flight

Story

Story No. within this Issue

1 / 6

Summary

MOVIETONE CARD TITLE: Homecoming of the Princes. DESCRIPTION: On arrival at Lisbon, last official visit of the tour, the Prince of Wales inspects Portuguese troops. Sub.1. The Prince of Wales has an unconventional game of golf later in the day. Sub.2. And so our Imperial Ambassadors return home after a strenuous and successful tour. SHOTLIST: Elevated shot of the Princes walking along road, conducted by various officials. Long shot of guard of honour presenting arms. Portugese naval band plays in foreground. Sub.1. Close shot of the golfers walk to camera. Sub.2. Aircraft landing at homecoming. Royal car across airfield. Long shot along road.

Keywords

Royalty; Sport; Music and dance; Aviation; Ceremonies; Military

Footage sources

Movietone

Card file number

1175

Length of story (in feet)

137

Story extras:

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