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Homeward Bound Through Trafalgar Square, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
Homeward Bound Through Trafalgar Square, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

The King and Queen Leaving Westminster Abbey, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
The King and Queen Leaving Westminster Abbey, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

The Crowned King George VI Seated on the Coronation Chair, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
The Crowned King George VI Seated on the Coronation Chair, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

The Crowned King George VI Seated on the Coronation Chair, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
The Crowned King George VI Seated on the Coronation Chair, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

The King and Queen Approaching Westminster Abbey, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
The King and Queen Approaching Westminster Abbey, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

The Crowning of King George VI, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
The Crowning of King George VI, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

Princess Elizabeth Arriving at Westminster Abbey, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
Princess Elizabeth Arriving at Westminster Abbey, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

Passing Through Parliament Square, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
Passing Through Parliament Square, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

The State Coach Passing the Cenotaph, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
The State Coach Passing the Cenotaph, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

Passing Through the Admiralty Arch, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
Passing Through the Admiralty Arch, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

The Coronation Procession in The Mall, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
The Coronation Procession in The Mall, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

The Coronation Coach Viewed From Queen Victoria Memorial, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
The Coronation Coach Viewed From Queen Victoria Memorial, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

The Coronation Procession Approaching The Mall, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
The Coronation Procession Approaching The Mall, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

Their Majesties The King and Queen, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
Their Majesties The King and Queen, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

The King and Queen Leaving Buckingham Palace, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
The King and Queen Leaving Buckingham Palace, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

The King and Queen Leaving Buckingham Palace, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
The King and Queen Leaving Buckingham Palace, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

'John Thurloe, Secretary of State to Oliver Cromwell and his son Richard; Obit 1668, 1813
John Thurloe, Secretary of State to Oliver Cromwell and his son Richard; Obit 1668, 1813. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of

'Charles Fleetwood, Lord Deputy, General for the Parliament; Obit 1669, 1811. Creator: Robert Dunkarton
Charles Fleetwood, Lord Deputy, General for the Parliament; Obit 1669, 1811. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth

'Henry Cromwell, youngest son of Oliver, 1627/8-1673/4, 1811. Creator: Unknown
'Henry Cromwell, youngest son of Oliver, 1627/8-1673/4, 1811. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to the end

'Richard Cromwell; born 1626, Obit 1712, 1811. Creator: Richard Earlom
Richard Cromwell; Obit 1712, 1811. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to the end of the reign of James

'Oliver Cromwell, Lord Protector; Obit 1658, 1813. Creator: Robert Dunkarton
Oliver Cromwell, Lord Protector; Obit 1658, 1813. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to the end of the reign of

'Sir Richard Chiverton, Lord Mayor of London 1657, 1814. Creator: Robert Dunkarton
Sir Richard Chiverton, Lord Mayor of London 1657, 1814. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to the end of

'Robert Blake, Admiral; 1598-1657, 1810. Creator: Charles Turner
Robert Blake, Admiral; 1598-1657, 1810. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to the end of the reign of James

Sir Henry Parkes (1815 - 1896), colonial Australian politician and longest non-consecutive Premier of the Colony of New South Wales

Prince Charles and Princess Diana visit India in February 1992. They are seen here at a Polo Prize Giving event in Jaipur

The Princess of Wales pulls a funny face as a bouquet of flowers hits her on the head when thrown from the crowd into the car. Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia, 28th March 1983

Queen Elizabeth II, State Visit to Bangladesh, 14th to 17th November 1983. Including Save the Children centre in Dhaka, Bangladesh

Queen Elizabeth II during her visit to Canada, October 1964. The tour dates were 5-13 October 1964. The Queen and Prince Philip attend a rally of thousands of children where in the Coliseum

Princess Diana sits alone on a seat in front of the Taj Mahal in Agra, India. 11th February 1992

Queen Salote of Tonga endearing herself to the cheering crowds by riding through the streets of London in an open carriage

Greetings from Australia - Commonwealth Coat of Arms
The Commonwealth Coat of Arms of Australia with a Kangaroo and an Emu - the six smaller shields within the large shield signify the six states of Australia. Date: circa 1920s

German plane wreckage being removed
German Messerschmitt fighter wreckage being removed in front of Westminster London, September 1940

Woman in gas mask clocks in at work
Women on the telephone switchboard in Faraday Buildings, Queen Victoria Street in London, were trained to speak in gas masks 1938

American troops feeding pigeons in Trafalgar Square, 1942
American troops feeding pigeons in Trafalgar Square London, 4 March 1942

Arriving French troops
A train-load of French troops passing through London, give a thumbs up from a train carriage, 2 June 1940

A radio operator at work
A WaF (Womens Auxiliary Air Force) radio operator, communicating with aircraft, 1 May 1943

Wartime Utility dresses
The first collection of Utility dresses for women designed by Norman Hartnell modelled in Bond Street 1942

Women of the Air Transport Auxiliary Service, whose job was to fly combat aircraft from the factories to RAF bases

WaF checking barrage balloon
A WaF (Womens Auxiliary Air Force) checks that the barrage balloon is securely tethered, 12 November 1942

Mass at bombed Southwark Cathedral
Holding mass in the ruins of St Georges Roman Catholic Cathedral, Southwark London June 1941

Bomb damaged house Hackney London
Children viewing a bomb damaged house, with a message on the door to the milkman, Hackney London 11 October 1940

Woman bus conductor in wartime
Woman bus conductor standing on the rear platform of a London Bus 1940

Australian troops marching
Australian troops march on The Strand, London 28 June 1940

Dancing at an open air dance
An open-air dance at Brockwell Park in London in the summer of 1941; with the majority of young men in the forces the young women partner each other, 2 July 1941

Open as usual
A hairdressers in the West End of London after an air-raid; the legend Business as Usual and the Union Jack were two of the most frequently seen symbols of British morale

Children waving while being evacuated
Youngsters crowd a train window while leaving a London railway station for the country, 1 December 1939

All together again
A group reunited

Women relaxing in the park in 1942
Women sunbathing in 1942

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"Commonwealth: A Tapestry of History and Unity" In the realm of the Commonwealth, a grand tapestry is woven, intertwining the threads of history, unity, and resilience. At its helm stands Queen Elizabeth II, an emblematic figurehead not only for the United Kingdom but also for the diverse nations that form this remarkable alliance. As St. Paul's Cathedral rises majestically against London's skyline, it serves as a testament to endurance in times of adversity. Standing tall through wars and conflicts, it symbolizes the unwavering spirit that unites these nations under one commonwealth. A fine photographic portrait captures King George VI in all his regal glory—a reminder of past monarchs who have guided their realms with grace and dignity. Their legacy lives on within this vibrant community. The Imperial Institute in London stands as a beacon of knowledge and collaboration—an institution where minds converge to foster progress across borders. It epitomizes the shared pursuit of enlightenment among Commonwealth countries. An exact delineation engraving showcases bustling cities like London and Westminster alongside their vibrant suburbs—a representation of urban landscapes shaped by centuries-old traditions melding harmoniously with modernity. Amidst turmoil during World War II, a bomb disposal unit springs into action—brave individuals risking their lives to protect communities from harm. This selfless act embodies the collective strength found within each member nation. A powerful poster emerges from those dark days—a rallying cry urging The British Commonwealth of Nations Together; an embodiment of solidarity amidst chaos; reminding us that we are stronger united than divided. Colored shoulder patches proudly worn by Australian Corps soldiers reflect both national pride and camaraderie amongst allies—their bravery etched forever into history books as they fought side by side for freedom's cause. From football stadiums' rooftops spotters keep watchful eyes over crowds below—an image encapsulating how ordinary citizens contribute to safeguarding public safety—an essential aspect nurtured within the Commonwealth.