Darjeeling in 1937

Synopsis

It shows the arrival of Sir Stanley Jackson, former Governor of Bengal, and Lady Jackson to Government House in Darjeeling, the 'summer seat of the Bengal government'. Shots of the church, town hall and a building with 'God Save the King' emblazoned upon on it show just how anglicised some parts of India had become. Look out, too, for Darjeeling's famous 'toy train'.

Duration (minutes)

0:01:06

Year of Production

1937

Director

Producer

British Film Institute & The British Council