The most historical events captured on film over the past 100 years
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Louis Bleriot taking off at start of channel crossing. Sat in cockpit. Engine started by engineer. Takes off and heads out to sea.
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The city of Paris early twentieth century - views of La Moulin Rouge, Place de la Concorde horse drawn carriages, pedestrians an general traffic views
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Views of L'Arc De Triomphe and Eiffel Tower in early twentieth century.
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Suffragette demonstration in London early twentieth century. Placards held in demonstartion. Speakers address massive crowds, Police arrest women and lead her away.
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Photographic rifle demonstrated in 1901 and later. Shows gentleman following a bird in flight, as he would with a shotgun, but only taking pictures. Development process, finished prints. Woman having a go with camera.

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