This film illustrates the function of limited constitutional monarchy in the present state of the British Commonwealth and Empire. The monarchy provides continuity and unity. The idea of continuity is presented by showing the historical development of the British monarchy, and something of the constitutional function of the sovereign. The idea of unity is shown by scenes illustrating the monarch’s public duties and their position in relation to other countries of the Commonwealth and Empire.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
001493
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Great Britain
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Commonwealth of Nations
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
History → Commonwealth of Nations
History → Great Britain - History
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)