The most historical events captured on film over the past 100 years
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The IRA bomb the Caterham Arms in Surrey a regular drinking spot for nearby army personnel. Scenes inside bomb damaged pub; Interview with barmaid; interior of pub; Interview with doctor.
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The IRA attack marks the start of a renewed bombing campaign in England. London: Hilton Hotel: police cordon around hotel. Police loud hailer warning; police operation. Interview with eye witnesses; police; doctor.
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Two die when IRA bomb Hilton Hotel. Police in hotel checking damage; staff clearing up; dining room; customers eating.
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Scott's restaurant in London is bombed by IRA. Blasted exterior of Scott's Restaurant. Wrecked interior. Interview with police officer.
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Mortar attack on Downing Street. Door of No 10 shaken by blast. Downing Street and burning wreckage. Police clear streets.AIRV directly above burning van
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Prime Minister John Major leaves No 10. Snowing. Gives reaction to IRA mortar attack.
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One man is killed and 44 injured as an IRA rips through the city of London on 24th April. City bomb reax: wreckage in the City; Major speech
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Prime Minister John Major and Irish leader Albert Reynolds in Brussels discuss plans to esculate the peace process during EEC summit. Major and Reynolds meet during summit; through into room; press conference

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