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The Queens visit to the Britannia Tubular Bridge, Wales, c1888
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The Queens visit to the Britannia Tubular Bridge, Wales, c1888
The Queens visit to the Britannia Tubular Bridge, Wales, c1888. Queen Victoria visits George Stephensons bridge across the Menai Strait between the island of Anglesey and the Welsh mainland. Illustration from The Life & Times of Queen Victoria, Vol II, by Robert Wilson, (c1888)
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Anglesey Britannia Tubular Bridge George Stephenson Menai Strait Print Collector5 Queen Of Great Britain And Ireland Queen Victoria Robert Wilson Royal Event Royal Visit Stephenson Top Hat Victoria Wales Wilson Sailing Ship
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The Queen's Majestic Visit to the Britannia Tubular Bridge, Wales, c1888
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. In this print, we witness a momentous occasion as Queen Victoria graces the Britannia Tubular Bridge with her presence. The year is 1888, and the illustrious monarch has embarked on a royal visit to George Stephenson's remarkable engineering feat that spans the Menai Strait between Anglesey and mainland Wales. The scene unfolds against a picturesque backdrop of rolling hills and tranquil waters. A sailing ship gracefully glides beneath the colossal bridge, symbolizing both progress and connection. The Queen stands tall in her regal attire, wearing an elegant hat adorned with feathers. Her presence commands attention as she surveys her dominion. Surrounded by loyal subjects - men dressed in dapper suits and women donning fashionable Victorian dresses - Queen Victoria embodies power and grace. This historic event captures not only a significant milestone in transportation history but also showcases the strength of female leadership during an era dominated by men. The meticulous engraving expertly captures every intricate detail of this monumental structure while evoking a sense of awe-inspiring grandeur. As we gaze upon this timeless image from Robert Wilson's "The Life & Times of Queen Victoria" we are transported back to an era where royalty reigned supreme, innovation flourished, and bridges united nations.
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