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Royal family at Maritime History Museum, Greenwich
King George VI, Queen Elizabeth, Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II) and Queen Mary arriving at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich, south east London, for its official opening on 27 April 1937. They had travelled there by barge on the River Thames. Date: 1937
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The Royal Arrival at the National Maritime Museum, Greenwich - King George VI, Queen Elizabeth, Queen Mary, and Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II) Attend the Official Opening in 1937
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. This evocative photograph captures a historic moment in the annals of British history as King George VI, Queen Elizabeth (The Queen Mother), Queen Mary, and Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II) arrive at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich, south east London, for its official opening on 27 April 1937. The Royal Family had travelled to the museum by barge on the River Thames, reflecting the classical architectural beauty of the area and the grandeur of the occasion. King George VI, dressed in his naval uniform, stands proudly at the helm of the royal barge, exuding an air of authority and tradition. Queen Elizabeth, elegantly attired in a formal gown and jewels, looks on with a regal expression, while Queen Mary, wearing a striking hat and coat, smiles warmly at the crowd gathered to welcome the royals. Princess Elizabeth, in her youthful innocence, gazes intently at the museum's impressive colonnade, a symbol of the rich maritime history that lay within its walls. The photograph transports us back to the 1930s, an era of elegance and grandeur, and offers a glimpse into the lives of the British monarchy during a significant moment in their history. The National Maritime Museum, with its impressive architecture and storied past, serves as the perfect backdrop for this royal occasion, a testament to the enduring connection between the monarchy and the maritime heritage of Great Britain. This photograph, taken in the heart of Greenwich, is a poignant reminder of the past and the importance of preserving history for future generations. It is a must-see for anyone interested in British history, royalty, or the 1930s, and a beautiful addition to any collection of historical or architectural images. [Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online]
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