ATV Today: 07.03.1975: The Queen visits Birmingham

Summary

The Queen visits Birmingham, to meet the people who were involved in the pub bombings in November last year.

Year:

1975

Duration:

0:02:00

Film type:

Colour / Mute

Company:

ATV

Master format:

16mm

Description

Arrival at the General Hospital to meet doctors and nurses who looked after the victims. The Queen also opens a new accident unit at the hospital. Visit to the Birmingham Council House, greeted by the Lord Mayor. Visit to the West Midlands Police HQ at Lloyd House, meeting policemen who were called to the pubs after the explosions. Demonstration of Goliath Wheelbarrowboats by Royal Ordnance Corps. Visit to the City's Fire Brigade HQ.


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