Universal-International Presents Coronation of Elizabeth II (Universal Newsreel, Jun 1953)

Description

The original release sheet reads: 1A/B/C/D. UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL Presents CORONATION OF ELIZABETH II - The greatest pageant of the twentieth century unfolds before London and the world, as Elizabeth, Britain's winsome young queen is crowned amid and splendor evolved over a thousand years. / WHOLE WORLD REPRESENTED - Not only from the far-flung British Dominions, but every major power, ranking representatives are present to witness the event, while hundreds of thousands of visitors throng the capital to witness the glittering spectacle. Every foot of the coronation procession route is occupied by eager spectators. / HISTORIC CEREMONY - In the hush of Westminster Abbey's vastness peers and peeresses in scarlet ceremonial robes witness the supreme moment, when, after being anointed by the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Queen has placed on her head the crown of St. Edward. She is then enthroned. All the pageantry originated since the day of William the Conqueror and the subsequent days of feudal chivalry enter into the ceremony. / A RADIANT QUEEN - The ritual over, Queen Elizabeth rides over a procession route that takes her through the ancient landmarks of London amid millions cheering themselves hoarse. Back at Buckingham palace she appears on the balcony with her family—the symbol of new hope for austerity-ridden Britain.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library