Britain's Royal Reception for De Gaulle (Universal Newsreel, Apr 1960)

Description

The original release sheet reads: BRITAIN'S ROYAL RECEPTION FOR De GAULLE President De Gaulle of France is greeted by Britain with a rousing enthusiasm that recalls the solidarity of World War Two. After a ride with Queen Elizabeth from the station through crowd-filled streets, that night the largest crowd since V-E Day gathers before the Palace to cheer the visitor and witness a spectacular fireworks display. POLITICS 1960 Presidential politicking moves into high gear as the Wisconsin primaries pit Democrat front-runners Humphrey and Kennedy in a test of strength, won by Senator Kennedy with a 106,000 vote margin. On the G.O.P. side, a host of part hopefuls at a box lunch session of the Republican Women's National Conference, Ike delivers a strong endorsement of Vice-President Nixon. IKE GREETS COLOMBIA'S PRESIDENT President Alberto Camargo Lleras of Colombia is welcomed by President Eisenhower as he begins a 13-day State visit. The Latin-American leader, one of America's staunchest allies in the Hemisphere, later addresses Congress. ACADEMY AWARDS 1960 Highlights of Hollywood's BIG night, the glittering, dramatic Oscar Awards for the year's finest motion picture achievements at ceremonies in the Pantages Theater that are the focus of attention for millions across the nation.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library