City of London

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.

City of London

Screen Archive South East at the University of Brighton
London
1947-01-01
Silent
11m

This fascinating film opens with views of various City landmarks and a bustling Pool of London. We pass under Tower Bridge as it opens to let a steam ship pass, then we visit the film maker's new offices. After more views of the bomb damage around St Paul's, including the firm's Blitzed former location, we visit their temporary war-time offices before returning to meet the staff. Up on the roof we watch a parade below. Parcels are then handed out to the delighted office workers.

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