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Royal visit to Washington, 1939
The visit of King George VI and his wife Queen Elizabeth, later the Queen Mother, to Washington D.C. The procession from Union Station to the White House. The Queen and Mrs Roosevelt are in the car in the foreground, with an escort of tanks and cavalry. The dome of the Capitol looms in the background. Date: June 1939
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A Grand Welcome: The Royal Procession from Union Station to the White House, Washington D.C., June 1939 This evocative photograph captures a significant moment in the history of Anglo-American relations as King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, later known as the Queen Mother, were given a warm welcome upon their arrival in the United States. The royal couple's visit in June 1939 marked the first time a British monarch had set foot on American soil since the days of George Washington. In this scene, the regal procession makes its way down Pennsylvania Avenue towards the White House following their arrival at Union Station. The King and Queen are seen in the foreground, waving to the adoring crowds from the comfort of their open-top car. Accompanying them are an honor guard of tanks and cavalry, symbolizing the strength and unity of the two nations. The iconic dome of the United States Capitol can be seen in the background, serving as a proud reminder of the democratic institutions that the British monarchy has long admired. In the passenger seat of the car, Eleanor Roosevelt, the First Lady, extends a gracious wave to the crowd. This poignant image encapsulates the spirit of friendship and unity that defined the royal visit to Washington D.C. in 1939.
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