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Mr Jack Fielding (left) and Mr E Ogle examine a gold-trimmed Roman officer
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Mr Jack Fielding (left) and Mr E Ogle examine a gold-trimmed Roman officer
Mr Jack Fielding (left) and Mr E Ogle examine a gold-trimmed Roman officers costume against a background of other elaborate props which will feature in the Ben Hur tableau. The preparations were taking place for the Godiva Procession, part of the annual Coventry Carnival. The floats were designed to portray Christs journey with the Cross.
The carnival took place on Saturday, June 30th 1962.
18th June 1962
Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
Coventry
West Midlands
England
Media ID 21389635
© Mirrorpix
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the vibrant atmosphere of the Coventry Carnival in 1962. Mr Jack Fielding and Mr E Ogle stand side by side, their eyes filled with wonder as they examine a magnificent gold-trimmed Roman officer's costume. The intricate details of the costume come alive against a backdrop of other elaborate props that will be featured in the Ben Hur tableau. As preparations unfold for the Godiva Procession, an integral part of the annual Coventry Carnival, excitement fills the air. The floats being meticulously designed aim to portray Christ's journey with the Cross, adding a profound spiritual dimension to this festive occasion. Taking place on Saturday, June 30th, 1962, this carnival holds immense significance within its customs and traditions. It serves as a celebration not only of artistry and creativity but also as an opportunity for communities to come together and revel in shared experiences. This print from Memory Lane Prints captures a moment frozen in time - an embodiment of joyous anticipation before one of Coventry's most cherished events unfolds. As we gaze upon it today, it serves as a reminder that traditions have always played an essential role in connecting us to our past while shaping our present-day celebrations.
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