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The Queens Visit To Her Birthplace: The Scene Outside St. Marys Church, Kensington, (c1897)
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The Queens Visit To Her Birthplace: The Scene Outside St. Marys Church, Kensington, (c1897)
The Queens Visit To Her Birthplace: The Scene Outside St. Marys Church, Kensington, London, (c1897). In the carriage with Her Majesty are the Grand Duke and Grand Duchess Serge of Russia and Princess Henry of Battenberg. On the pavement stands the Princess Louise, Marchioness of Lorne, with a bouquet in her hands; the Marquis stands on her left. Opposite the carriage door is Miss Beatrice Leete, daughter of the Vestry Clerk, from whom the Queen graciously accepted a magnificent basket of carnations. From Sixty Years A Queen: The Story of Her Majestys Reign, by Sir Herbert Maxwell. [Harmsworth Bros, Limited, London, c1897]
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The Queen's Visit to Her Birthplace: A Royal Homecoming". In this photo print, we are transported back in time to witness a momentous occasion - the Queen's visit to her birthplace, St. Mary's Church in Kensington, London. The year is circa 1897, and the atmosphere is electric with excitement and anticipation. Her Majesty sits regally in a magnificent carriage, accompanied by esteemed guests - the Grand Duke and Grand Duchess Serge of Russia and Princess Henry of Battenberg. As the carriage halts outside the church, onlookers gather around to catch a glimpse of their beloved monarch. Princess Louise, Marchioness of Lorne stands proudly on the pavement holding a beautiful bouquet in her hands while her husband, the Marquis stands beside her. Across from them stands Miss Beatrice Leete, daughter of the Vestry Clerk who presents Queen Victoria with an exquisite basket filled with vibrant carnations. The scene is adorned with flags and bunting as loyal subjects line the streets waving banners to express their devotion. The Household Cavalry ensures order alongside diligent police officers ensuring everyone's safety during this joyous event. This historic photograph captures not only a significant milestone in Queen Victoria's reign but also showcases unity between nations as dignitaries from Russia join British royalty for this special occasion. It serves as a testament to both religious faith at St. Mary's Church and national pride within Britain itself. Preserved through time by Sir Herbert Maxwell’s lens and now immortalized through this remarkable print collection by Heritage Images; it allows us today to marvel at an extraordinary moment when history unfolded before our very eyes.
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