Malta Welcomes The King (1943)

Full title reads: “MALTA WELCOMES THE KING“. Malta & Northern Africa. Various shots of the cruiser “Aurora“ steaming into Valetta Harbour with the King George VI onboard. Various shots of the King stepping from royal barge on land and being greeted by Governor of Malta Field Marshal Lord Gort. Various shots of the King driving through crowded Valetta. Various shots of the packed square outside Valetta Palace. The King and Lord Gort on the balcony. More shots of the King driving through crowds. Various shots of the King walking through ruins of Malta. He is still cheered by the crowds. The King driving through more of Maltese crowds. Various shots of the King in open car with General Bernard Montgomery driving past troops of the 8th Army during North African visit. King and General Montgomery (who by now has become “Sir“). The King presents Victoria Cross to a Gurkha officer who was recognised for action at Wadi Akarit. The King drives past soldiers of the 4th Indian Division. Various sh