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The Royal Tour of New Zealand 1953 - 54 Short Film (Full Length) – 1954 Documentary

The Royal Tour of New Zealand 1953 - 54

Short Film (Full Length) – 1954 Documentary

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Part one of two from this full length archival film.

Part two of two from this full length archival film.

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