HM THE KING'S VISIT TO RAF NETHERAVON [Allocated Title]

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Object description

General scenes of King George VI visiting the Army Co-Operation Station, Netheravon.

Full description

The King is seen inspecting various aircraft based at Netheravon and their crew. He also chats to ground crew and airborne troops at various locations. He is accompanied by Air Marshal Sir Arthur Barratt and General Robert C Candee of the USAAF. Various aircraft and glider tugs are seen, including a USAAF C-47 Dakota 118427 named "Dixie Lizzie". The king then enters his Daimler and departs.

Physical description

35mm

Object details

Category: Film
Related period: Second World War (content)
Creator: RAF Film Production Unit (Production company)
Baylis, Peter (Production individual)
Challis, Christopher George (Production individual)
Taylor (Sergeant) (Production individual)
Production date: 1943-04-02
Place made: GB
Dimensions: whole: Number Of Items/reels/tapes 1
Catalogue number: ARY 43

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