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Crowd at wedding of Princess Patricia of Connaught
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Crowd at wedding of Princess Patricia of Connaught
Part of the record crowd outside Westminster Abbey at the wedding of Princess Patricia of Connaught to Captain Alexander Ramsay on 17 February 1919. It was the first royal wedding to take place at Westminster Abbey in over 600 years. The popularity of the Princess, who relinquished her royal title and became Lady Patricia Ramsay on her marriage, and the fact that the event came in the aftermath of World War I, meant that unprecedented numbers of spectators filled the London streets for the event. This picture shows mounted police clearing a way for the bridal carriage. Date: 1919
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This evocative photograph captures the excitement and energy of the crowd that gathered outside Westminster Abbey on 17 February 1919 for the wedding of Princess Patricia of Connaught to Captain Alexander Ramsay. The scene marks the first royal wedding to take place at Westminster Abbey in over 600 years, making it a historic event that drew unprecedented numbers of spectators. The popularity of the Princess, who relinquished her royal title and became Lady Patricia Ramsay upon marriage, combined with the post-World War I spirit of hope and renewal, created an atmosphere of jubilation and celebration. In this image, mounted police can be seen clearing a path for the bridal carriage as it makes its way through the dense crowd. The well-wishers, dressed in their finest attire, eagerly await a glimpse of the newlyweds. The scene is a testament to the enduring power of royal events to bring people together, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The wedding of Princess Patricia and Captain Ramsay was a moment of joy and unity in the aftermath of a tumultuous era, and this photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in history.
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