Royal motorists in Yorkshire
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Royal motorists in Yorkshire
King George V and Queen Mary about to enter their Daimler car during a visit to Yorkshire in July 1912. Date: 1912
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In this evocative photograph, taken in July 1912, King George V and Queen Mary prepare to embark on a motor tour of Yorkshire. The royal couple, dressed in their finest attire, stand beside their Daimler car, which is adorned with the Union Jack and the Royal Coat of Arms. The King wears a top hat and a heavy overcoat, while the Queen dons a long, flowing dress and a large hat with a veil. The scene exudes an air of elegance and grandeur, as the royal entourage gathers around the car, ready to assist their majesties. Servants in livery uniforms hold open the car doors, while others adjust the flags and ensure that everything is in order. The King's equerry, Colonel the Hon. Charles Chetwode, stands to the side, looking on approvingly. The motor tour of Yorkshire was a significant event in the region, as it marked the first time that a British monarch had visited the county by car. The visit was intended to boost morale and promote unity following the recent tensions between the Suffragettes and the authorities. The motor car, a symbol of modernity and progress, was an apt choice for the royal tour, and the visit was widely covered in the press. As the King and Queen climb into the Daimler, the crowd gathered to catch a glimpse of their majesties, waving and cheering as they set off on their tour of the picturesque Yorkshire countryside. The photograph captures a moment of history, as the royal couple embark on a journey that would leave a lasting impression on the people of Yorkshire and the nation as a whole.
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