A Look Back On 1931

Series

Series Name
Gaumont Graphic

Issue

Issue No.
2167
Date Released
28 Dec 1931
Date Other
24 Dec 1931
Stories in this Issue:

Story

Summary
NfO synopsis: High-spots of the lapsing year. 1. Kaye Don’s water speed record attempt. 2. King Alfonso’s abdication. 3. Malcolm Campbell’s record at Daytona. 4. Cambridge winning Boat Race. 5. The Grand National. 6. The National Census. 7. West Bromwich Albion’s Cup Final win. 8. 21 years on the Throne - King George V and Queen Mary. 9. Cameronian wins the Derby. 10. Britain’s earthquake damage. 11. "Poseidon" submarine disaster and the life-saving "miracle lung" 12. The King at Lords for the Test Match. 13. Britain winning the Schneider Trophy.
Keywords
Royalty; Sport; Horse racing; Rowing; Aviation; Cricket; Speed records; Football; Accidents and disasters; Water sports
Written sources
Newsfilm Online
Length of story (in feet)
318
Story extras:
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How to cite this record

'A Look Back On 1931', Gaumont Graphic Issue No. 2167, 28 Dec 1931. https://learningonscreen.ac.uk/newsonscreen/search/index.php/story/384830 (Accessed 01 Feb 2025)