Film of the Commemoration of the 150th Anniversary of the Death of Captain George Vancouver
16mm film Colour Silent 18.05.1948 14:35
Summary: Film of events in the borough of Richmond, Surrey on 18 May 1948 in commemorating the 150th anniversary of the death of Captain George Vancouver, R.N.
Title number: 637
LSA ID: LSA/838
Description: The film includes Sir Frederick Wells and Lady Wells (the Lord Mayor of London and the Lady Mayoress) being greeted by Alderman E.W. Wilton and Mrs E.W. Wilton (the Mayor of Richmond and the Mayoress) at the boundary of the borough, midway across Kew Bridge. After exchanging greetings, the dignitaries return to their cars and drive on to a reception at the Greyhound Hotel where they are received by the Richmond Rotary Club. After taking lunch they move on to the Star and Garter Home where they visit disabled ex-servicemen. The party also take time to see the view of the Thames and across the Borough from the home's veranda. They then visit Montrose House in Petersham before travelling on to Petersham Church and the grave of Captain George Vancouver. A service is held at the graveside by the Vicar of Petersham and the Mayor of Richmond places a wreath upon the grave. Following the service, the dignitaries return to their cars and travel to the town hall in order to meet members of the Corporation and citizens of the Borough. A black and white sequence records the dining tables and guests in the hall inside.
Keywords: Anniversary celebrations
Locations: United Kingdom; England; London; Richmond upon Thames; Richmond; Petersham
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