1948 Mr. Churchill unveils War Memorial in Westminster Abbey
April 22, 2026
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2:45Now Playing1948 Mr. Churchill unveils War Memorial in Westminster Abbey
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as posted by the channelDate: 27th May 1948
Location: England, United Kingdom
Source: Reuters Historical News Collection: GAUMONT BRITISH NEWSREEL (REUTERS)
SLATE INFORMATION: Abbey Memorial To War Heroes
ENGLAND: London: Westminster: Westminster Abbey:
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MRS. CHURCHILL Seen with Mr Churchill at unveiling of Heroes memorial in Westminster Abbey
MR CHURCHILL Performs unveiling ceremony in Westminster Abbey to war heroes of volunteer services. Before large gathering of next-of-king. Makes a fine speech. Good shot of Mr and Mrs Churchill. SUBMARINE SERVICE
WESTMINSTER ABBEY Mr Churchill unveils memorial to all Volunteersin war services. Good special shots of Cloisters and the Abbey. Chief guest of honour Mr Churchill. Makes a fine speech and performs the unveiling ceremony before next-of-kin of fallen heroes.
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