Britain, Empire and Coronation

Series

Series Name

The March of Time 2nd Year

Issue

Issue No.

9

Date Released

1937

Stories in this Issue:

1. 1Britain, Empire and Coronation
2. 2The Battle for clean milk
3. 3Winter Vacations

Story

Story No. within this Issue

1 / 3

Summary

The March of Time synopsis: Of absorbing interest to Great Britain is the new issue of "The March of Time" containing an episode entitled "Britain, Empire and Coronation", depicting the tremendous fillip afforded British industries, and the invasion of 2,000,000 overseas visitors, as the Royal Coronation draws near.
Revealed is an intimate study of England’s premier Duke and hereditary Earl Marshal, The Duke of Norfolk, minutely planning the great pageant, assisted by Deputy Earl Marshal, Sir Gerald Wollaston, who in a personal interview recounts many details of significant importance to the British public. In a comprehensive camera survey "The March of Time" records the patriotic manner in which cities, towns and villages are planning communal celebration: with many varied industries booming as Britons purchase insignia from the huge selection of coronation regalia. Interspersed with elaborate preparations at home is the unique enthusiasm shown by foreign countries in this historic occasion; as tourist agencies, transatlantic liners and air lines report unprecedented bookings, and even Hollywood debates the temporary suspension of activities as hundreds of stars prepare for the coronation trip to England.

Researcher Comments

This story was made for the British edition and was not shown in the USA.

Keywords

Royalty; Celebrations and festivals

Written sources

The March of Time Promotional Material   Lobby Card, Used for synopsis

Credits:

Production Co.

Time Inc.