President Gronchi's Visit To Turkey (1957)

Istanbul, Turkey.



Various shots of Turkish and Italian officials greeting and talking among themselves whilst waiting for the arrival of Italian President Gronchi at airport. MS. CU. LS. Arrival of plane. Ground to air shot of formation of planes. CU. Nose of plane. Various shots of President Gronchi coming down gangway of plane, being greeted and shaking hands with various officials. Various shots of President taking salute and reviewing Guard of Honour. Various shots of Gronchi shaking hands with various officials. Various shots of Gronchi's drive through crowded streets. LS. Sunset. GV. Large square building surrounded with pillars. LS. President Gronchi laying wreath on memorial. LS. Marble tomb. CU. Wreath, marble tomb in background.



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FILM ID:2570.27

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