Topical Budget: Demonstration Of The Churches, Wanstead (1916)
ProRes digital file Black & White Mute 1916 0:53
Summary: Top-hatted dignitaries turn out in force for this service held to honour Wanstead locals serving in the armed forces.
Title number: 19860
LSA ID: LSA/26304
Description: A cadet or scout band march past followed by the Lord Mayor of London, the Bishop of Chelmsford and other top hatted gents who shakes hands. They are followed by a parade of soldiers, firemen and nurses at this outdoor ceremony, held to honour Wanstead men and women’s contribution to the war effort.
Selected by London's Screen Archives on behalf of the BFI National Archive
Cast: Wakefield, Charles
Keywords: Lord Mayor; First World War; marching band; Bishop of Chelmsford
Locations: United Kingdom; England; London; Redbridge; Wanstead
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