Go-kart racing in Lakenheath, England. Flag flying atop a flag pole on the ground. A sign board reads: 'RAF Station Lakenheath, Danger Troops Crossing'. American and British servicemen racing go-karts in the parking area. People watching the race.
The world mourns Winston Churchill, former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Scenes from the life of Winston Churchill. Churchill and his wife greet the Queen of England. People follow Churchill on a street of London during the 1940 Battle of Britain in World War 2, as he tours blitz damaged areas. Churchill crosses the Atlantic and is seen meeting U.S. President Roosevelt in 1941 to create the Atlantic Charter. A navy officer stands nearby. Churchill at the rails of a ship looks out into the sea. Churchill in a barge with other sailors. Winston Churchill on Victory in Europe Day, or "VE-Day" waving to crowds in London, together with King George VI and the royal family. Churchill in conference with U.S. General Eisenhower. Churchill on a stage. Churchill in a motorcade passes through Broadway on the streets of New York City during a parade. Churchill addresses the American Congress. Churchill walks with General Eisenhower on the lawn of the White House. Photographers click pictures. Exterior of 10 Downing Street as people cheer Churchill when he exits the house and appears for the gathered crowd, smoking a cigar and waving.
The 1960 Miss World pageant at the Lyceum Ballroom (Lyceum Theatre, 21 Wellington St, London WC2E 7RQ, United Kingdom) in London, England. Contestants from different countries walk down a ramp during the swimming suit round of the contest. Contestants from countries like France, United States, Argentina, Germany, and Israel walk on the stage. Judges of the contest look at the participants. Norma Cappagli of Argentina smiles after being crowned 1960 Miss World.
Trooping the Color ceremony on Queen's Official Birthday and 9th Anniversary of Coronation in London, England. Queen Elizabeth on her horse "Imperial". Royal Guards present. Queen Elizabeth II comes out of the Buckingham Palace. The Queen is wearing a tricorn hat and a tunic banded with the Order of the Garter. Queen Elizabeth II salutes while on horseback. Dignitaries in wagon during the ceremony. Queen Elizabeth II takes the salute of the Royal Guards. The Queen Mother, Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, and granddaughter Princess Anne ride a royal carriage to the Buckingham Palace. Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, accompanies the queen. The queen leads the troops to the Buckingham Palace. Royal family watches from balcony at the Buckingham Palace. Queen Elizabeth II's "Final Salute".
French President Charles De Gaulle in England. The train arrives on platform. Officials stand aligned on platform. Queen of United Kingdom Elizabeth Alexandra Mary shakes hand with president and his wife. They meet Prime Minister Harold McMillan. President meets other officials. They leave the platform and get on a horse chariot. Crowd stands besides road. A woman clicks picture. President waves. A girl watches. The chariot reaches the Buckingham Palace. President and Queen Elizabeth wave from balcony. Musicians play music. Firework at night. Sailors watch. Nuns watch the firework show.
Contestants of China, Germany, France, Italy, United Kingdom and United States walk on the ramp during the 1961 Miss World pageant at the Lyceum Ballroom (Lyceum Theatre, 21 Wellington St, London WC2E 7RQ, United Kingdom) in London, United Kingdom. Miss World 1961 1st Runner-up Grace Li Shiu-ying (Republic of China) on stage. Miss World 1961 judges such as Bob Hope, Richard Todd, John Spencer-Churchill, Kathleen Manners, the Duchess of Rutland, and Countess Ethel Beatty, sit behind table. Large audience cheers the participants. Miss United Kingdom Rose Marie Franklin wins the competition and is crowned by Hollywood star Bob Hope. Winner and runners-up pose for photographs.
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