HOME MOVIES: 1936 LONDON ENGLAND TRIP 16mm

Genre: home movie

Year Published: 1936

Format: 16mm

Description: Shot by an American tourist who visited London in 1936, these silent 16mm home movies provide fascinating views of the great city on the verge of WWII. Likely shot during a holiday, based on the lack of traffic, the film begins with images of Trafalgar Square and Nelson's Column, and then show the London Bridge Wharf (1:00) and views of the Thames (1:20). The Tower of London is seen at (2:39), and the Tower Bridge at (3:30). The Plynth is seen at (4:25) and St. James Palace at (4:40). Buckingham Palace is seen at (5:20), with many Britons walking as the Queen's guard makes an appearance. Windsor Castle is seen at (6:20), and 10 Downing Street at (7:50). A WWI memorial is seen at (8:10), and more of the Queen's guard seen following. The Royal Exchange is seen at (9:29) and the Strand at (9:45). Marble Arch is seen at 10:30 with various orators speaking.

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