In The News - British Military Traditions DVD

Britain enjoys a uniquely rich tradition of spectacular military ceremonies which are part of our national heritage. This DVD gathers together much rare and never before seen cinema newsreel and television archive footage of historic ceremonies to salute and celebrate Britain's military traditions. These precious films record not only world-famous spectaculars like the Trooping of the Colour but also one-off poignant events such as the victory parade by the crews of Ajax and Exeter after the Battle of the River Plate. Highlights include: * The Trooping of the Colour... ceremony from 1939 1952. 1964 and 1969. * The Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace from 1935 1941 1943 and 1956 featuring the Royal Marines Home Guard and RAF Regiment * Victory Parades from 1919 and 1940 * Victory Parade of Ajax and Exeter crews after the sinking of the Graf Spee - 1940 * Passing out parades from Sandhurst & The Royal Naval College * Highlights from the Royal Tournament * Edinburgh Military Tattoo Highlights from 1947 and 1961 * Aldershot Military Tattoo Rehearsal (1935) * The Band of the Royal Marines regiment perform the ceremony of Beating the Retreat in 1950 [show more]

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