Adenauer Lying-In-State In Cologne (1967)

Cologne, Germany. Documentation on file. V.S. Of the body of former West German Chancellor Dr. Konrad Adenauer borne on a missile carrier with German flag draped over. Makes its journey from his home at Rhondorf with a motorcycle escort, they cross the Rhine by the ferry and then through streets to the Cabinet Hall, where he will lie in state for two days. G.V. Exterior Cabinet Hall. V.S. People entering Cabinet Hall to pay last homage. People of all nations and denominations enter and file past the coffin. C.U. Old German lady reading about Adenauer’s death in newspaper. G.V. Exteriors of Rhondorf House with flag at half mast. V.S. Scenes outside Rhondorf home with Adenauer’s relations arriving and Ambassador McGhee of U.S. and Chancellor Kiesinger arriving to pay respects. Wreath is delivered. (F.G.) FILM ID: A VIDEO FROM BRITISH PATHÉ. EXPLORE OUR ONLINE CHANNEL, BRITISH PATHÉ TV. IT’S FULL OF GREAT DOCUMENTARIES, FASCINATING INTERVIEWS, AND CLASSIC MOVIES.