1949 Fred Mortimer with Princess Elizabeth

Photograph taken at the Nationa Championships
  • Catalog No: FBA00036
  • Materials: Photograph
  • Date of Production: 1949
  • Ownership: Foden's Band
  • Location: Foden's Bandroom

On the 12th November 1949 Fodens competed at the National Championship Finals, Royal Albert Hall, London.

Fred Mortimer’s health was getting worse and it became apparent that he would be unable to take the band to the Contest. Harry Mortimer stepped in to conduct the band along with his other commitments to Fairey and now Morris Motors.

The test piece was 'Comedy Overture' by John Ireland

The photo was taken at the results ceremony                               

1st) Black Dyke Mills 

2nd) Fodens Motor Works Band (H Mortimer)

3rd) Munn and Feltons

Foden’s received prize money of £157/10/-.