Lourdes Pilgrimage (1934)

Full title reads: "LOURDES PILGRIMAGE - Ailing of all nation go to famous shrine to seek cure."



Lourdes, France.



Various shots of the religious procession in Lourdes - many priests are seen amongst the pilgrims in procession. People carry a large statue of Holy Mary in white robes in procession. Crowds sing Ave Maria as they walk. The picture disappears for several second while sound continues.



Masses of pilgrims gathered around the dais in front of church. Several priests perform some kind of ceremony. Picture disappears for a second while sound continues.



A brief night shot of the church. Here the story abruptly ends.




FILM ID:773.24

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