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Coronation Procession

Local firms took part in Norwich's Coronation parade in 1953. One of the highlights being Laurence Scott's replica of HMS Britannia as it 'cruised' the city streets.

Non-Fiction 1953 4 mins Silent

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Overview

Filmed from 2 vantage points in the city centre - on Gentleman's Walk and Riverside Road by local cameraman E.C. Legrice, undampened by the drizzle, spirits are high as crowds jam the pavements to catch a glimpse of the creative floats as they tour the streets as a tribute to the new Queen. Norwich engineering firm, Laurence Scott launch their very own 'HMS Britannia' whilst other well known firms such as Colman's, R G Carter and Boulton & Paul make imaginative contributions.