LORD MAYOR'S SHOW

The video covers the ceremonial journey of London's new Lord Mayor, Alderman Dennis Lowson, as he travels in a grand coach to the law courts. The event features a civil defence theme with a Pegasus float and various tableaux highlighting air raid precautions. The procession includes a model of HMS Triumph and carnival figures from Malta, drawing large crowds despite poor weather. The Lord Mayor concludes the ceremony by signing a declaration at the law courts.

Who accompanied the new Lord Mayor on his journey to the law courts?

• Men of the Royal Navy

• Members of the City Council

• A group of local school children

• Men of the HAC dressed as pikemen

What was the theme of this year's show?

• Civil Defense

• Technological Advancements

• Cultural Heritage

• Environmental Awareness

What did the Pegasus float symbolize in the procession?

• The Armed Forces

• The City of London

• Civil Defense Services

• The Royal Family

Which model was featured in the procession, representing a recent return from Korean waters?

• HMS Victory

• HMS Triumph

• HMS Belfast

• HMS Queen Elizabeth

What added a grotesque and amusing note to the procession?

• A giant puppet show

• A group of jesters

• Carnival figures from Malta

• A comedy skit by local actors