Soldiers Of The King (1924)

Wembley Stadium, London. Title: “THE SOLDIERS OF THE KING throughout the Ages - part of the thrilling Tattoo at Wembley“. L/S of a procession of soldiers in period uniforms coming down a large staircase - medieval knights lead the way, followed by Roundheads and Cavaliers, nineteenth century soldiers with tricorne hats and busbies. Panning shots of a group of soldiers from across the ages, including soldiers from World War One. C/U of a section of the group - a Cromwellian soldier stands next to a Red Coat, other soldiers in assorted uniforms surround them. C/U of another section of the group including several Cavaliers. C/U of more soldiers including a Knight from the Crusades. L/S of an re-enactment of a World War One battle; soldiers in fatigues stagger through a cloud of smoke. M/S of two soldiers helping their colleague up from the ground where he lies, pretending to be injured. FILM ID: A VIDEO FROM BRITISH PATHÉ. EXPLORE OUR ONLINE CHANNEL, BRITISH PATHÉ TV. IT’S FULL OF GREA