Greetings Card : Viscount Curzon, Queen Mary and Admiral David Beatty
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Viscount Curzon, Queen Mary and Admiral David Beatty
The Royal visit to the Fleet. Queen Mary chatting to Viscount Curzon (Francis Curzon, later 5th Earl Howe). On the right of the group of three is Admiral David Beatty. Date: c.1915
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Admiral Beatty Curzon Francis Howe Viscount Visiting
Greetings Card (A5)
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of elegant and historic greeting cards, featuring the captivating image of "The Royal Visit to the Fleet" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite design showcases a significant moment in history, as Her Majesty Queen Mary engages in conversation with Viscount Curzon (Francis Curzon, later 5th Earl Howe) and Admiral David Beatty around 1915. Add a touch of royal charm to your correspondence with this striking, vintage-inspired greeting card. Perfect for anniversaries, milestone birthdays, or to express a sense of admiration and respect.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 14.5cm (8.3" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, taken around 1915, we find Queen Mary, the consort of King George V, engaging in a lively conversation with Viscount Curzon (Francis Neville Lyttelton Curzon, later 5th Earl Howe) and Admiral David Beatty. The trio stands amidst the grandeur of the British Royal Navy, with the towering masts and sails of numerous ships forming an impressive backdrop. Viscount Curzon, a prominent figure in British politics, served as First Lord of the Admiralty from 1911 to 1915. During this period, he oversaw significant naval expansion and modernization, ensuring the British Royal Navy remained the most powerful in the world. Queen Mary, known for her love of the sea and naval traditions, would have been intimately familiar with the fleet and its commanders. Admiral David Beatty, a distinguished naval officer, is also present in the photograph. He would later command the British Grand Fleet during World War I and play a pivotal role in the Battle of Jutland in 1916. His strategic acumen and leadership skills were crucial in maintaining the superiority of the British Navy during this critical time. The image captures a moment of camaraderie and shared admiration for the British Navy between the Queen, Viscount Curzon, and Admiral Beatty. The trio's animated conversation, set against the backdrop of the majestic fleet, underscores the strong bond between the monarchy, politics, and the navy in early 20th-century Britain.
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