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Film screening

Film screening

See the development of the city of Glasgow in this free film screening which runs until 13 September.

'Foundation Glasgow - the growth of a city' is a short film which is being screened in George Square, Glasgow.

Luftwaffe bomb Clydebank in 1941

Luftwaffe bomb Clydebank in 1941

Viewed from above, the story of Glasgow unfolds beneath your feet as animation and commentary tell the story of how the city has evolved and reinvented itself. Showing its development and reinvention from a riverside settlement to what the city could look like when the Commonwealth Games are held in 2014.

The history and growth of the city is captured using historical maps and records, charting Glasgow's culture and heritage with the key themes of Homecoming.

Glasgow will host the Commonwealth Games in 2014

Glasgow will host the Commonwealth Games

This is fun and educational film which is open every day with viewings held each half hour between 1000 and 1600 at Registers of Scotland's customer service centre, 9 George Square, Glasgow.

'Foundation Glasgow - the growth of a city' was created by Registers of Scotland as part of the Homecoming Scotland 2009 celebrations.

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