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Kings College London illuminated
The Gateway of Kings College, London, is illuminated to celebrate the wedding of the Prince of Wales to Princess Alexandra of Denmark. A number of buildings in central London were illuminated as part of the celebration of the happy occasion.
March 1863
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This image, hailing from the archives of the Illustrated London News, transports us back in time to March 1863, as the enchanting scene of Kings College London's illuminated Gateway unfolds before us. The occasion for this stunning display of light and beauty was the upcoming wedding of the Prince of Wales, Albert Edward, to Princess Alexandra of Denmark. Princess Alexandra, a Danish noblewoman, was the youngest daughter of King Christian IX and Queen Louise of Denmark. Her engagement to the Prince of Wales, the eldest son of Queen Victoria, was announced in December 1862, and the couple's wedding was set to take place on March 10, 1863. To celebrate this joyous union, a number of buildings in central London were illuminated, with Kings College leading the way. The Gateway of Kings College, an architectural marvel designed by Charles Barry and A.W.N. Pugin, was bathed in a warm, ethereal glow, creating a breathtaking sight for all who beheld it. The illuminations served not only as a symbol of the happiness and excitement surrounding the royal wedding but also as a testament to the unity and camaraderie of the people of London. As the city came together to celebrate this momentous occasion, the illuminated Gateway of Kings College stood proudly as a beacon of joy and hope, heralding the beginning of a new chapter in the lives of the Prince and Princess of Wales.
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