Naval Battle (1962)

Scarborough, Yorkshire.
Its a naval battle - but don't be disappointed, its just models on a lake. However, these models cost over £6000. They have been made to scale, and participate in a thrilling spectacle re-enacting the battle of the River Plate.
This takes place at Peasholm Park at the height of the holiday season, watched by crowds numbering between 5000- 8000. There are shots of the replica vessels, Ajax, Achilles, and Exeter. Guns being fired. One of the vessels is the passenger liner, Asturias. We see two men fixing the charges and one gets inside the vessel. Another fixes equipment on to the model moored at the jetty. They prepare for the reconstruction of Battle of River Plate, complete with the Graff Spey, and radio controlled model aircraft RAF bombers dropping explosives on the submarines.
There are quick shots of the crowds on the banks, mostly holiday makers, including two men with binoculars. There are lots of shots of the explosions, smoke and the ships. They use up £60 worth of ammunition for each display.
Note; The following are named in the file as taking part: Bob Richards, Bernard Schofield and Ernie Good
Cuts exist - see separate record.
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[@user-wl7nb3np6i]

Love this old footage i went every year as a kid in the seventies rain or shine absolutely wonderful memories

[@thesoultwins72]

I remember when we were still very young, our parents took my brother and I to Scarborough during the school holidays. We had a fantastic time there [although the Yorkshire weather was decidedly 'cool' to be honest!] One of the biggest highlights during our stay was watching a re-enactment of the 'Battle of the River Plate'. It was so thrilling and realistic - at least for back then. Such simple times - everyone dressed smartly, neat haircuts and no dreadful mobile phones disturbing the performance. What I would give to go back.

[@henrythehorrible2965]

(War Thunder was released in 2012) People before 2012:

[@ianpaterson7225]

Awesome, I remember loving this "Rare Hidden Gem," as a Kid!

[@vincepurpura8905]

This came out the year I was born. This is the first time I've seen this, and my inner little kid wants to play with these so badly!!!!!

[@republique4248]

That giant Graf Spee model is very nice.

[@JohnnyTurnerMusic]

Childhood memories ☺️ I remember watching this as an 8 year old in 2001!

[@ProudGooner]

I wish I were there to watch! So cool.

[@willbreckinridge8010]

My literal dream hobby

[@jacobmutti1528]

I wish i had that job

[@thePronto]

That's how I remenber it. Not that lame current effort.

[@Paiadakine]

That would be fun to drive these boats

[@ComradeMario]

wow, amazing show

[@medic639]

This is incredible, wish I were there.

[@paulbroughton-alleyne9271]

I re bear seeing that about 58 years ago.

[@creakingskull7008]

Creaking Skull

[@christianindividual4550]

1:17

[@Mark-st7mp]

Cool footage with obsolet way too loud music.

[@JohnyG29]

Obsolete?!

[@DanielTseng100]

The hell do you want? Uptempo and breakcore on a 1962 video? 🤣

[@AlvinFS27]

Azur Lane IRL