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Her Majesty, en route for Scotland, at Dunbar Station, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Her Majesty, en route for Scotland, at Dunbar Station, 1858....a monster train of excursionists, under the guidance of Mr. Cook, of Leicester, were returning from their wanderings in the land of the mountain and the flood, and nearing the ancient town of Dunbar...when the exclamation was suddenly heard, "The Queen is coming!" The train stopped, and instantly passenger after passenger mounted the roofs, and thence saluted the Royal company with a united shout of welcome...as the Royal train stopped, hundreds of men, women, and children left their carriages, resolved to see the Queen; and their wish was gratified: there were no officials to interfere. All ranks joined in hearty cheer after cheer for every member of the Royal family...The carriage window was quickly let down, and the Queen and Prince Consort, having submitted, with their usual gracious bearing, to addresses from officials with due formality and ettiquette, turned with smiling faces to the multitude who thought only of expressing their loyalty to the utmost...the excursionists withdrew, greatly delighted at this unexpected meeting with their Queen; and her Majesty, equally pleased, no doubt, with such an impromptu outburst of genuine loyalty, proceeded towards her Highland home'. From "Illustrated London News", 1858
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Great image capturing a historic moment in Scottish history, featuring Her Majesty, Queen Victoria, en route to Scotland at Dunbar Station in 1858. The scene shows the excitement and anticipation of the crowd as they gather to welcome the monarch and her consort, Prince Albert, to their ancient town. The photograph depicts a massive train of excursionists, led by Mr. Cook of Leicester, returning from their adventures in the Scottish Highlands. As the train approached Dunbar, the exclamation "The Queen is coming!" echoed through the station, causing passengers to rush to the roofs of their carriages for a better view. The Royal train stopped, and the crowd surged forward, eager to catch a glimpse of their beloved Queen. Hundreds of men, women, and children left their carriages, undeterred by any official interference, to express their loyalty. The carriage window was lowered, and the Queen and Prince Consort were greeted with hearty cheers and addresses from local officials. Despite the formalities, the atmosphere was jubilant and spontaneous, reflecting the deep connection between the people and their monarch. After exchanging pleasantries, the Queen and Prince Consort continued their journey towards their Highland home, undoubtedly pleased by the impromptu outburst of loyalty from their subjects. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the enduring bond between the British monarchy and the people, as well as the excitement and curiosity that surrounded royal visits during the Victorian era.
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