Cavalcade of Australia 1901-1951 (1951)
Produced to celebrate the Jubilee of Federation, Cavalcade of Australia provides an historical review of the development of the nation between 1901 and 1951. The film opens with the visit of the Duke and Duchess of York (later King George V and Queen Mary) to Australia in 1901 to open the first Commonwealth Parliament. Through the use of historical footage, the film not only covers notable events in the Commonwealth story but also social development, fashions and economic growth over the period.
Director: Stanley Hawes
Runtime: 34 min
Release Date: November 30, 1951
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Stanley Hawes
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Cavalcade of Australia 1901-1951 about?
- Produced to celebrate the Jubilee of Federation, Cavalcade of Australia provides an historical review of the development of the nation between 1901 and 1951. The film opens with the visit of the Duke and Duchess of York (later King George V and Queen Mary) to Australia in 1901 to open the first Commonwealth Parliament. Through the use of historical footage, the film not only covers notable events in the Commonwealth story but also social development, fashions and economic growth over the period.
- Who directed Cavalcade of Australia 1901-1951?
- Cavalcade of Australia 1901-1951 was directed by Stanley Hawes.
- How long is Cavalcade of Australia 1901-1951?
- Cavalcade of Australia 1901-1951 has a runtime of 34m (34 minutes).