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Menzies 1948 Journey, Reel 1 (1948)

play Please note: this clip is silent
clip Europe – almost there!

Original classification rating: not rated. This clip chosen to be PG

Clip description

This clip from a home movie filmed by Australian Prime Minister, Sir Robert Menzies, begins with a title card that says ‘Europe – almost there!’ This is followed by street scenes in a European city, and Sir Robert Menzies’ daughter, Heather Henderson, appropriately dressed for arriving in Europe in a two-piece suit and hat.

Curator’s notes

This clip captures the excitement of arriving in Europe after such a long journey at sea.