Major Benson At Liverpool Aka Grand National (1920-1929)
Major Benson at Liverpool, Merseyside (aka Grand National - year unknown).
Aintree Racecourse.
Horses lining up at start of race; heading away. Crowds watching as horses approach & come over jump; 1 rider falls but gets back up & mounts. Other shots w/ horses walking around w/ blankets on; led by trainers; pre- or post-race.
Not sure if Major Benson is seen here. Could be one of the horse owners.
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