STK-ID 33166

Two shots of ship builder John Rhuland leaning on drawing board, listening to designer Roue as they discuss plans of ship on drawing board. Various shots of people assembled for launching of the "Bluenose II" of interview with captain Angus Walters, of navy band concert. Several shots of dignitaries on dais including lieutenant-governor HP Mackeen, Sydney Oland, Mr Roue, Captain Angus Walters. Shots of religious ceremony by Reverend Ralph Webber and Father Maclean. Shots of Mrs Sydney Oland being presented with bouquet, launching the "Bluenose". Shots of men hammering at wedges to free ship. LSs of hull of "Bluenose" afloat. Closer shot of tugboat towing "Bluenose". Three LSs of Lunenburg waterfront.

DETAILS

Excerpt from
Bluenose II Launching
Location
Lunenburg
Year
1963
Collection
National Film Board
Available formats
Video HI 8, Reel 35 mm
Shooting format
35mm fine grain b&w, 35mm neg b&w
Aspect ratio
4/3