1979 Isle of Man millennium Tynwald Day
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Date(s): 5 July 1979
Scope & Content: Tracks 1 and 2: recording of the 1979 Isle of Man millennium Tynwald Day ceremony.
Commentator describes the scene and people, organisations in attendance; outlines proceedings for the day, including the arrival at St Johns of Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Live commentary on the ceremony with explanations of the background to the ceremony's traditions; the Tynwald church service in St Johns Church, including prayers, blessings and hymns; commentary from outside the church describing the scene and the congregation as they leave and process to Tynwald Hill; business of the Court and the proceedings to come.
Language: English
Extent: 58 min. 33 sec.
Collection: Sound Archive
Level: ITEM
ID number: SA 2019-0139/9
Access conditions: All reasonable attempt has been made by Manx National Heritage to trace and request permission (where needed) from the copyright holder(s) in this sound recording. If however you think you are a rights holder then please contact Manx National Heritage.
Subject tags : #UOSH