Marking of the third anniversary of the Battle of Britain.
Full title reads: "BATTLE OF BRITAIN DAY".
Biggin Hill, Kent & London.
Close up shot of RAF (Royal Air Force) Ensign. Ground to air shots of formation of Spitfires flying over London.
St. Paul's Cathedral. Various shots of the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth (later Queen Mother) arriving at St. Paul's. They go inside to attend divine service. Crowds around St. Paul's. Dome of St. Paul's.
Several shots of the religious service at Biggin Hill. Various shots of Group Captain Malan speaking (natural sound) and then unveiling the memorial to the R.A.F. in the Chapel at Biggin Hill. The congregation sing hymn.
Close up shot of the RAF Ensign. Air Marshall Sir Trafford Leigh Mallory talking into camera. He speaks about Fighter Command and the heroes of the Battle of Britain.
Various shots of the King and Queen taking salute outside Buckingham Palace when RAF, WAAF and civilian and ARP workers march past. They all played their part in the Battle of Britain
(Mute & Track Negs.)
Spitfires superimposed over R.A.F. flag
Baxterboy says
superb coverage of national pride. Biggin Hill was known as 'the strongest link' for its defence of the capital. This was a time when the country could hold its head up and be proud of our achievements.
Robin J Brooks. Aviation historian and writer.