The Derby 1959

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Title reads: "The Derby".

Epsom Downs racecourse, Surrey.

Derby 1959 - won by "Parthia". Various shots crowds. Various shots people outside beer tents. Various shots eccentric looking characters and tipsters (including Prince Monolulu). G/V paddock with horses parading. Queen Elizabeth...

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Cataloguer:
Amelia
Stock:
Black & White
Sound:
Sound
Media URN:
51029
Sort Number:
59/045
Time in/Out:
01:02:23:00 / 01:06:12:00
Canister:
59/45
Film ID:
1585.03
Issue Date:
04/06/1959

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