The Admiral’s Farewell

Series

Series Name

British Movietone News

Issue

Issue No.

295A

Date Released

31 Jan 1935

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7. 7The Admiral’s Farewell
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Story

Story No. within this Issue

7 / 8

Summary

MOVIETONE CARD TITLE: The Admirals Farewell. DESCRIPTION: Rear Admiral Davenport relinquishes his command. SHOTLIST: Shot of parade in the square. White Ensign flying. CU of the Admiral. Elevated shot of the sailors lined up below. Elevated shot of the parade marching past after the Admiral’s farewell speech. The Admiral takes the salute.

Keywords

Ceremonies; Navy; Military

Footage sources

Movietone

Card file number

3429

Length of story (in feet)

83

Story extras:

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