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Film: the Queen visits Masterton, 1954

Film Clip: arriving in Masterton

Still shots and description

Banner with coat of arms and 'ER' Union Jack flags on main street Royal car passes crowd

Shots of the streets of Masterton and of various decorations and floral arrangements created for the visit. The Royal entourage drives down the main street as the crowds cheer.

Credit:

This silent colour film was made using an 8mm camera by amateur cameraman Mr Edwin Nitschke. We are most grateful to Mr Nitschke's family for making this available to us.

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How to cite this page: 'Film: the Queen visits Masterton, 1954', URL: http://www.nzhistory.net.nz/media/video/queen-visits-masterton, (Ministry for Culture and Heritage), updated 10-Jan-2012

Community contributions

J.A.Walker
21 Apr 2010
The Austin 135 Limo used by the Queen on the tour is for sale on trademe 21 April 2010

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