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Cynosure of All Eyes in the Processions: The State Coach, 1937
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Cynosure of All Eyes in the Processions: The State Coach, 1937
Cynosure of All Eyes in the Processions: The State Coach, 1937. King George ascended the throne upon the abdication of his brother, King Edward VIII, on 11th December 1936. Edwards coronation had been planned for 12th May 1937 his brother and sister-in-laws coronation kept to this date. From The Illustrated London News, Volume 190. [The Illustrated London News and Sketch, Ltd. London, 1937]
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Cynosure of All Eyes in the Processions - The State Coach, 1937
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. This photograph captures a momentous event in British history - the coronation of King George VI. Following the abdication of his brother, King Edward VIII, on December 11th, 1936, King George ascended to the throne. Despite the unexpected change in monarchs, plans for Edward's coronation were kept intact and took place on May 12th, 1937. In this image from The Illustrated London News Volume 190, we see the magnificent State Coach making its way through the streets of London amidst a sea of spectators. This grand carriage served as a symbol of regal power and authority as it carried King George VI and Queen Elizabeth towards their crowning ceremony at Westminster. The atmosphere is electric with excitement as people line up along the procession route to catch a glimpse of their new sovereigns. Dressed in their finest attire, men can be seen wearing top hats while women don elegant dresses and hats adorned with feathers. The print perfectly encapsulates both the decadence and historical significance of this royal event. It serves as a timeless reminder of an era when pomp and pageantry held great importance in British society. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we are reminded that even amidst political turmoil and uncertainty, traditions endure. The State Coach becomes not just a means of transportation but also an emblematic representation of unity between monarchy and its subjects during times both celebratory and challenging.
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