Dryland Skippers - A Fascinating Hobby 1920-1929

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A model of the "Renown" battleship sails on the water.

C/U of the top of the model boat. The top of the model is lifted off then replaced. C/U of moving propeller. The boat is placed into the water - man sailing it is dressed in naval uniform. The motor is attached and the boat moves off....

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Cataloguer:
Jenny
Stock:
Black & White
Sound:
Mute
Media URN:
14641
Sort Number:
EP 049
Time in/Out:
01:46:33:00 / 01:49:25:00
Canister:
EP 049
Film ID:
848.19
Issue Date:
1920 - 1929

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