Click for larger image Independent Television
1955
This 3 minute film piece preceeded the launch of Independent Television from London's Guildhall on the evening of 22nd September 1955.
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Click for larger image Independent Television Programme Preview
1955
Here we can get an idea of what the Independent Television companies have in store for us. Those mentioned in terms of productions include Val Parnell, Jack Hilton and Leslie Mitchell. Stars mentioned include Bob Hope, Norman Wisdom, Flanagan & Alan, Tommy Trinder, Gracie Fields, Johnnie Ray and Lena Horne. We also get see to a brief clip of Dragnet!
 
"Yes commercial television is here!"

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