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Royal Wedding 1923 - five of the bridesmaids
Five the eight bridesmaids at the Royal Wedding between Prince Albert, Duke of York and Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon at Westminster Abbey on 26 April 1923. Clockwise from left; Lady Mary Thynne, daughter of the Marquess of Bath, Miss Betty Cator, Lady Mary Cambridge, elder daughter of the Marquess of Cambridge, Lady Katherine Hamilton, youngest daughter of the Duke of Abercorn and middle, the Hon. Elizabeth Elphinstone. Date: 1923
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In this elegant and timeless photograph, five of the eight bridesmaids from the Royal Wedding between Prince Albert, Duke of York, and Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon are captured in their stunning bridesmaid attire at Westminster Abbey on 26 April 1923. The bridesmaids, who embodied the grace and sophistication of the aristocratic society of the era, are pictured clockwise from left: Lady Mary Thynne, the eldest daughter of the Marquess of Bath; Miss Betty Cator, a close friend of the bride; Lady Mary Cambridge, the elder daughter of the Marquess of Cambridge; Lady Katherine Hamilton, the youngest daughter of the Duke of Abercorn; and the Hon. Elizabeth Elphinstone, a Scottish aristocrat. The Royal Wedding of Prince Albert, Duke of York, and Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon was a grand affair, attended by thousands of people and celebrated across the world. The bride and groom exchanged vows at Westminster Abbey in the presence of King George V and Queen Mary, marking the beginning of a lifelong partnership and eventual reign of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. The bridesmaids, dressed in elegant white dresses with matching sashes and headdresses, added a touch of youthful charm and beauty to the grand occasion. Their radiant smiles and poised demeanor reflect the joy and excitement of the day, making this photograph a treasured reminder of this historic Royal Wedding. The photograph, which captures a moment in time from the annals of royal history, is a testament to the enduring allure and fascination of the British monarchy and the aristocratic society of the 1920s. It is a reminder of a bygone era, filled with elegance, tradition, and grandeur, that continues to captivate and inspire us today.
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