The Grand National 1924 (1924)

Aintree, Merseyside. Title: “The grand National 1924“. Intertitle: “The Race for ’Grand National’ - first run in 1837 - is 4 miles 836 yards, over 30 obstacles and is worth �5000 to the winner“. Intertitle: “Our 45 Camera-Men - the World’s record to be employed on one event - leave nothing to chance!“ High angled shot of all the 45 cameraman, they are making final adjustments to their cameras and tripods. Intertitle: “The Police Parade“. Panning shot showing hundreds of policemen being shown photographs by a senior officers - could be of potential trouble makers? Intertitle: “Full throated cheers from thousands greeted the King on his arrival“. High angled shot King George V arriving by car, dense crowds line the road. We see the King walk into the Royal Enclosure. Intertitle: “The Saddling Ring was a wonderful sight“. M/S of racehorses being lead by stable hands around an arena past a crowd. Various shots of stable hands grooming horses. Various shots of jockeys climbing onto horses.