Title:KING GEORGE V AT INDIAN DURBAR, DECEMBER 1911 (GAUMONT GRAPHIC NEWSREEL) [Allocated Title]
Film Number:MGH 3725
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Summary:Edited (but possibly not released) Gaumont Graphic newsreel giving highlights of the visit of HM King George V at the Delhi Durbar.
Description:(No opening caption.) Long shot, not very clear, of King George V descending steps on arrival in Delhi.
"The Military Church Parade Sunday December 10". A large number of troops assemble for the parade, officiated by Anglican priests wearing pith helmets: the gathering is quite spectacular. Panning shots of the array of soldiers. The Royal Party parades through the streets of Delhi.
"King George Presenting Colours to British Regiment December 11th 1911" Views of the presentation ceremony, again on a large scale. Drumhead is set up, with regimental standards on display.
"The King Emperor and Queen Emperor's Gadren Party December 13 1911". The Royal Carriage carrying King George V and Queen Mary arrives at the garden party.
"King George's Great Durbar Review of 50,000 Indian Troops December 14 1911". Raising of the Royal Standard and arrival of the Royal Carriage. The King reviews the troops, who march past him. Soldiers on camels also pass.
