March-past
King George V inspects 7,000 New Zealand troops at Bulford Field on 1 May 1917. New Zealand’s high command did not miss the opportunity and also present were Generals, Brigadiers, the Prime Minister William Massey, Joseph Ward – Leader of the Opposition and their wives and daughters and other dignitaries.
The 7,000 New Zealand troops on parade included: 4,000 from 4th Brigade; 1,500 from Sling Camp; 1,000 from Codford Command along with Engineers, ASC, Cadets and a few mounted rifles. After inspecting the troops, the King took the march-past and presented medals.
March-past
King George V inspects 7,000 New Zealand troops at Bulford Field on 1 May 1917. New Zealand’s high command did not miss the opportunity and also present were Generals, Brigadiers, the Prime Minister William Massey, Joseph Ward – Leader of the Opposition and their wives and daughters and other dignitaries.
The 7,000 New Zealand troops on parade included: 4,000 from 4th Brigade; 1,500 from Sling Camp; 1,000 from Codford Command along with Engineers, ASC, Cadets and a few mounted rifles. After inspecting the troops, the King took the march-past and presented medals.
Year: 1917
Production Company: Pathe Gazette
Credits: Camera: Tommy F. Scales
Source: Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision
Catalogue Reference: His Majesty King George V Reviewing New Zealand Troops on Salisbury Plain, 1 May 1917
People: King George V, General Sir Alexander Godley, General Sir Ian Hamilton, Brigadier-General Herbert Hart
Location: Sling Camp, Salisbury Plain, England
Tags: Ceremonies, Parades, Inspections
Subject: World War 1914-1916, New Zealand, Troop Inspections, Sling Camp