Libya becomes independent state

Record ID: 568760

  • Title: Libya becomes independent state
  • Date: 3rd January 1952
  • Summary: LIBYA: Tripoli: EXT KING IDRIS el SENUSSI of Libya Libya becomes independent and Idris is crowned the king Shots of new King..takes oath of allegiance LIBYA. On becoming an independent state Emir Iddris el Senussi is crowned the king.. shots of him.. takes oath of allegiance KIng Idris I of Libya (1889-1983) Government and Politics Subjects, independence, crowd, audience, Middle East, North Africa, coronation, crowning
  • Embargoed: 18th January 1952 12:00
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  • Location: Libya
  • Country: Libya
  • Topics: International Relations,Royalty
  • Reuters ID: LVABD5GLN7CO6A1I49Z6KIM89TKZ
  • Story Text: Libya declares independence and crowns new king
  • Copyright Holder: GAUMONT BRITISH NEWSREEL (REUTERS)
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