Afghan's King Sees Britain's Might 1928

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Full titles read: "Afghan's King sees Britain's Might - King Amanullah concludes his tour with visit to the Atlantic Fleet."

Portland, Dorset.

M/S of King Amanullah of Afghanistan arriving on board a ship of the Atlantic Fleet and saluting a Naval officer; he is followed up the steps...

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Cataloguer:
Sarah
Stock:
Black & White
Sound:
Silent
Media URN:
34730
Sort Number:
G 1492
Time in/Out:
01:44:38:00 / 01:47:13:00
Canister:
G 1492
Film ID:
722.22
Issue Date:
09/04/1928

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