The Derby 1939 (1939)

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Several shots of the huge crowds gathering at the Epsom race course grounds in Surrey on a very hot day. L/S's of the punters queuing up outside the Tote. L/S's and M/S's of the new winners trophy a three hundred guinea gold cup. Several shots of the horses and jockey's parading down the course before the start.



L/S of the race beginning. Various shots of the epic race in progress. High angle shot of the runner and riders rounding Tattenham Corner. The race is won by 'Blue Peter'
FILM ID:1011.41

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