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Royal Pageant: Queen Opens Parliament

Royal Pageant: Queen Opens Parliament
Clip: 426254_1_1
Year Shot: 1966 (Actual Year)
Audio: Yes
Video: B/W
Tape Master: 1748
Original Film: 039-034-02
HD: N/A
Location: England, London
Timecode: 00:08:27 - 00:09:58

Amidst pomp and pageantry, Queen Elizabeth opens Parliament on her 40th birthday. The Royal Court and Diplomatic Corps watch as all the tradition of this 700 year old law making body is on display. In the Queen's speech, she outlines a program of strong domestic economy, increased efforts to maintain world peace, and a step up in world trade. The Royal Coach and horsemen parading down London's street bringing Queen Elizabeth to the Palace of West Minster for the state opening of Parliament. The Back of Queen Elizabeth II head as she sits in the coach. Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip. The Royal Court and the Diplomatic Core. High Angle Shot - Queen Elizabeth II entering the House of Lords. Queen Elizabeth II sitting on her thrown. The House of Commons entering the House of Lords, headed by Prime Minister Wilson. Prince Philip. Queen Elizabeth II making her speech.