King Leopold In Paris (1938)

Item title reads - King Leopold in Paris.
King Leopold comes to unveil a memorial of his Father, King Albert. France.
M/S of Belgian flag flying from windows in Paris. M/S as King Leopold of Belgium walks along from the train, he salutes, dignitaries and Guards line the way. People wave as his car drives off. M/S as he walks along through the crowds. M/S of the memorial to his father King Albert. M/S as French President Albert Lebrun makes a speech, M/S as King Leopold also makes a speech whilst crowds and soldiers watch. Various shots as the French army marches past. Various shots as King Leopold lays a wreath at the tomb of the Unknown Soldier and salutes. C/U of the memorial flame.
FILM ID:985.15
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[@lastmonarchistproduction_253]

was that the voice of leopold iii, his voice was perfect

[@tomwotton9]

Anyone else notice at 1:02 the chap with the beard at standing behind and A little to the left of the King is saluting with both hands!

[@leonidasdebelgique5675]

No, "his right hand" belong to another person. He was saluting with his left hand, maybe because he lost his right hand.

[@NEST10SD]

16 th 👍