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Charles and Diana, St Marys, Isles of Scilly
Charles and Diana, Prince and Princess of Wales, on a visit to St Mary s, Isles of Scilly, with a crowd of spectators lining the street. She is pregnant with William and wearing a polka dot maternity dress with frilled collar and cuffs. Date: 1982
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1982 Crowds Cuffs Diana Eighties Frilled Isles Marys Maternity Polka Pregnant Scilly Walkabout
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In this enchanting photograph, taken in 1982, the Prince and Princess of Wales, Charles and Diana, make a memorable visit to the picturesque Isles of Scilly, off the southwestern coast of England. The expectant mother, radiant in a polka-dot maternity dress adorned with a frilled collar and cuffs, exudes an ethereal glow as she and her husband engage with the adoring crowd. The date of this visit holds significant historical importance, as Diana was pregnant with their first child, Prince William, who would be born just a few months later. The scene is set against the quaint backdrop of St Mary's, the largest island in the archipelago, with its charming stone houses, winding streets, and vibrant union flags fluttering in the breeze. The atmosphere is electric as the people of the Isles of Scilly eagerly await the arrival of their royal visitors. The couple's walkabout through the town is a testament to their enduring popularity and the deep connection they shared with their people. This photograph captures a poignant moment in British royal history, as the future King and Queen of England, accompanied by their unborn heir, connect with their subjects in an intimate and genuine way. The 1980s, a decade marked by cultural and social change, saw the public's fascination with the royal family reach new heights, and this image encapsulates the warmth and affection that Diana, in particular, inspired in the hearts of the British people.
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