Queen Visits Chicago: Trade Fair
Identifier
F.2012-03-0748
Date Of Production
1959
Abstract
Footage of Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip, and Mayor Richard J. Daley at the Chicago International Trade Fair on July 6, 1959.
Description
Queen Elizabeth II's motorcade travels down Michigan Avenue, eventually stopping at Navy Pier for the Chicago International Trade Fair. The queen, Prince Philip, and Chicago Mayor Richard J. Daley ride aboard an electric shuttle inside, where various countries have prepared elaborate displays. They stop at Canada's exhibit and wave to spectators.
Run Time
2 min 8 sec
Format
16mm
Extent
100 feet
Color
B&W
Sound
Silent
Reel/Tape Number
1/1
Has Been Digitized?
Yes
Language Of Materials
English
Element
Print
Genre
Form
Subject
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Main Credits
Koza, Frank (is filmmaker)
Participants And Performers
Elizabeth II, Queen of Great Britain (is participant)
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh (is participant)
Daley, Richard J. (is participant)
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