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Royal Family at Windsor, Princess Elizabeth as bridesmaid
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Royal Family at Windsor, Princess Elizabeth as bridesmaid
Double page spread from the Illustrated London News featuring picture stories on the royal family at Windsor Horse Show on the left page, and the wedding of the Hon. Andrew Elphinstone, nephew of the Queen, to the Hon. Mrs Vicary Gibbs. Notable among the photographs is Princess Elizabeth (the future Queen Elizabeth II) seen as a bridesmaid in the company of Prince Philip of Greece, who would become her husband the following year. Date: 1946
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This double page spread from the Illustrated London News showcases two significant events in the lives of the British Royal Family in 1946. On the left page, the annual Windsor Horse Show takes center stage, with the Royal Family in attendance. King George VI and Queen Elizabeth (later the Queen Mother) are seen enjoying the horse competition, while the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip of Greece, takes part in the event. The right page of this spread focuses on the wedding of the Hon. Andrew Elphinstone, nephew of Queen Elizabeth, to the Hon. Mrs. Vicary Gibbs. Notable among the guests and bridesmaids is a young Princess Elizabeth, who would become Queen Elizabeth II the following year. She is seen here in the company of Prince Philip, who would go on to marry her in 1947. The Windsor Horse Show was an annual event that brought together the Royal Family and the public, providing an opportunity for the monarchy to connect with the people. The wedding of the Hon. Andrew Elphinstone and the Hon. Mrs. Vicary Gibbs was a significant social event, attended by many members of the Royal Family and high society. Princess Elizabeth, who was just 19 years old at the time, looked radiant as a bridesmaid in this photograph. Her future husband, Prince Philip, cut a dashing figure as he watched the horse competition on the left page. The image of the young princess with Prince Philip offers a glimpse into the future, as they would go on to become one of the most enduring and beloved royal couples in history. This photograph is a fascinating snapshot of life in the Royal Family in the aftermath of World War II, showcasing the public and private moments of the monarchy as they navigated the challenges and joys of post-war life.
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