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Coronation. Cars arriving with guests
View towards Great Smith Street as cars arrive to join the queue of cars depositing the foreign representatives.
1953
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1953 Coronation Foreign Gallacher Queue Representatives Terence Terry Elizabeth Smith
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 7.6cm x 5.1cm (3" x 2")
Estimated Product Size is 10cm x 10cm (3.9" x 3.9")
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In this evocative photograph from the Terence Gallacher Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, we witness the grand arrival of foreign representatives to the historic Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. The scene is set on Great Smith Street, with a view towards the imposing gates of Westminster Abbey, where the coronation ceremony was to take place. The image captures the excitement and anticipation of the day as an array of elegant and ornate cars make their way along the street, joining the queue of vehicles that have already deposited their esteemed passengers. The cars, adorned with national flags and emblems, proudly represent the diverse array of countries that have come to pay homage to the new monarch. Among the guests arriving in the distance, we can spot the Queen's sister, Princess Margaret, and her husband, Lord Snowdon, in the open-topped car they share. The couple's radiant smiles reflect the joyous mood of the occasion. The photograph, taken by renowned British photographer Terence Gallacher, offers a unique glimpse into the pageantry and spectacle of the Coronation, an event that brought the world together in celebration of the new monarch's reign. The image is a testament to the enduring power of tradition and the unity of the global community in the face of historical change. This photograph is a captivating reminder of a bygone era, the 1950s, when the world came together to witness the crowning of a young and vibrant queen who would go on to reign for over six decades. The image invites us to reflect on the significance of this moment in history and the lasting impact it had on the world.
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