Let her go

From the collection of

Screen Archive South East at the University of Brighton collects, preserves, catalogues and provides public access to its collection of films and magic lantern slides. The collection charts the rise of screen culture in the region and the nation and captures many aspects of life, work and creativity in the South East from the late 19th century to the present day. It is available for research, screenings, creative re-use and commercial access.

Let her go

Screen Archive South East at the University of Brighton
Shoreham Beach
1963-07-18
Sound
7m

Paul Plumb's 1963 film captures the launch of the RNLI lifeboat 'Dorothy and Philip Constant' which takes place at Kingston Beach, Shoreham. Crowds, assembled for the ceremony, see Princess Marina arrive, followed by a bishop and local dignitaries. After a blessing from the bishop, Princess Marina makes a speech and launches the boat. We get a glimpse onboard 'Dorothy' as she slides down the slipway. A helicopter flies overhead as the visitors depart and 'Dorothy' docks.

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