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In the middle of a six-week tour of the Indian sub-continent between January and March 1961, the Queen and Prince Philip visited Pakistan and East...

Britain and Turkey had not always enjoyed the ‘special’ friendship referred to in the commentary. Their armies were on opposing sides in...

The joys of 1960s modern education - as seen at a not-exactly-typical local comp.

The Green Cross Code Man teaches kids how to cross the road safely.

A former Doctor Who returns to Earth to deliver a road safety message.

The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh undertook an official visit to the region in February 1966, as documented in this film. The destinations on this...

Impressions of contemporary British arts and fashion. Summary of art through the ages taking in every thing from Mary Quant to the Marat/Sade...

This charming assessment of Britain's bicycle industry illustrates the popularity of cycling both as transport (for business or pleasure) and for...

Queen Elizabeth's younger and only sibling, Princess Margaret, went on a 5-week tour of Mauritius and East Africa in September-October 1956.

Even the most devout monarchist may feel uncomfortable watching this film - hindsight makes this a rather poignant experience. Although clearly...

A haunting fire prevention film about keeping matches out of the hands of children.

Popular animated character Charley explains the National Insurance Act, which was legislation that made health insurance available to all British...

This film tells the story of Ronald, an intelligent boy who wants to become an architect or surveyor. His cousins Paul and Jane cannot believe that...

Perhaps the characters in this film are stupid or even laughable. Before YOU laugh at them remember that people behaving like them often cause...

Ernie tells Eric to ‘be wise’ and not drive home after their Christmas party.

On an English farm, six reckless children play at being a fierce band of Apache warriors, unaware of the many dangers to which they are exposed....

A film made for the Central Office of Information concerning Britain's coastline, with music by Michael Nyman.

A short film to warn children of sexual predators.

The President had been due to visit twice before, but on both occasions the trip had to be cancelled. The first time was in 1963, the same year as...

An account of the state visit to Britain by the President of India, Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, in June 1963. In London he accompanied the Queen on...