Fiji Independence Day - 10 October, 1970.

This video captures Charles, Prince of Wales handing over the Constitutional Instruments of Independence of Fiji to the late Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara, Fiji's first Prime Minister and Tui Nayau. The video belongs to the National Archives of Fiji.
A quote from Ratu Mara's acceptance speech:
"(But) today is a proud day for us all for today we assume the control of our own destiny and take on full adult responsibilities after a long period of tutelage. But we do not only take the responsibility for ourselves, we take it on for each other. We are a community of races, with different cultures, customs and languages but the things that unite us, far outnumber those in which we differ. Above all, there is our fixed, joint determination to build a strong, united Fiji, rich in its diversity and tempered with tolerance, goodwill and understanding. Given a happy continuance of these conditions, and we must all contribute positively to them, I am confident that Fiji can show the world an example of harmony and progress out of all proportion to its size. And as we enter this new era, I pray for God’s guidance and blessing on the independent dominion of Fiji and all our people.”