Woolwich, Greater London.
Full titles read: "WAR PERIL LOOMS LARGER - in the Near East Big Detachment of Guards leave for Chanak in C. P. Liner 'Empress of India.'"
L/S's of soldiers at dockside marching towards the waiting ship the "Empress of India". L/S of the soldier marching up the ramp. L/S's of soldier on the deck of the ship also visible are horse split up into separate compartments. M/S of soldiers feeding horses.
Intertitle reads: "Monkey - the Grenadier's Mascot - who came unscathed through the Great War."
M/S of soldier with very small dog. Nice side profile shot of soldier.
Intertitle reads: "Transports are being hurriedly loaded with stores and equipment at Woolwich."
L/S and M/S of crane loading cargo onto the ship.
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