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The Sceptre and the Mace

During the 1957 opening of Canada's twenty-third Parliament by Queen Elizabeth II, cameras record the ceremonies in the House of Commons and the Senate. They also bring to the screen many informal glimpses of the Queen and Prince Philip in residence at Government House.

Top Cast

  • John Drainie

    John Drainie

    Narrator

  • Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom

    Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom

    Herself (uncredited)

  • Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

    Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

    Himself (uncredited)

Overview

During the 1957 opening of Canada's twenty-third Parliament by Queen Elizabeth II, cameras record the ceremonies in the House of Commons and the Senate. They also bring to the screen many informal glimpses of the Queen and Prince Philip in residence at Government House.

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