LORD MAYOR - HIS SHOW

The video covers the Great Procession at Guildhall, led by the new Lord Mayor, Sir George Elwyn. The event, a blend of parade and pageant, highlighted the Auxiliary Forces of the Crown, spanning 500 years of history. It emphasized the importance of voluntary service post-World War II. The 1948 Lord Mayor's show featured 5,000 participants, representing various services, and was well-received by the public.

Who was the new Lord Mayor participating in the Great Procession?

• Sir William Brown

• Sir John Smith

• Sir Edward Green

• Sir George Elwyn

What was the theme of the procession?

• The Royal Family

• The Auxiliary Forces of the Crown

• The Industrial Revolution

• The British Empire

How many years of history were covered by the tableau and uniforms?

• 200 years

• 500 years

• 100 years

• 1000 years

What was the key message of the Lord Mayor's show in 1948?

• The importance of economic growth

• The celebration of cultural diversity

• The need for voluntary service by the youth

• The expansion of the British Empire

Where did the fanfare take place during the procession?

• At Guildhall

• At the Royal Courts of Justice

• At Buckingham Palace

• At Westminster Abbey