Title

Father of black soldier speaks with pride

Genre

Interview

TX Date

13 Aug 1995

Year of production

1995

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Duration

00:00:21

Description

The first ever black member of the elite Household Cavalry has passed out from his training school. Mark Campbell, a former postal worker from the Midlands, was awarded the prize for most improved trooper at the passing out parade. His father Leo Campbell says he is proud.

Contributors

Leo Campbell

Keywords

Armed forces; Interethnic relations; Equal opportunity; Black peoples; Household Cavalry; Mark Campbell

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