A survey of sport and athletics in Great Britain, showing several champions and promising newcomers training as well as competing. Johnny Haynes demonstrates the art of ball control; Diane Leather, first women five-minute miler; Gordon Pirie competing in a two-mile event; Christine Truman, tennis star; Pat Smythe shows skill in show jumping; Jeanette Altwegge and Cecilia Colledge, figure skaters. Sporting activities play an important part in the everyday life of English people and a high degree of skill is maintained.
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ACMI Identifier
320050
Language
English
Subject categories
Animals & Wildlife → Horse sports
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Athletics
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Horse sports
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Sports
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Sports - Great Britain
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Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)