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Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip visit Coventry. The Lord Mayor of Coventry
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip visit Coventry. The Lord Mayor of Coventry and the Mayoress, Alderman and Mrs T. H Dewis say goodbye to the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh on the platform of Coventry Station. 23rd March 1956
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Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
Coventry
England
Media ID 21849068
© Mirrorpix
1956 Coventry Railway Station Shaking Hands
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Royal Farewell at Coventry Station - Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip Bid Adieu to the City's Dignitaries
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print from 1956, we witness a momentous occasion as Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip grace Coventry with their presence. The royal couple's visit to the city is beautifully captured in this snapshot, showcasing an era of elegance and regality. As they prepare to depart from Coventry Station, the Lord Mayor of Coventry, accompanied by his Mayoress Alderman and Mrs T. H Dewis, bid farewell to Her Majesty and His Royal Highness on the platform. The image exudes warmth as hands are extended for a final handshake between these esteemed figures. The significance of this encounter cannot be understated; it symbolizes the strong bond between royalty and local leadership during a time when communities sought solace in such connections. Transported back to the 1950s through this photograph, one can almost feel the excitement that must have filled the air on that memorable day. This remarkable piece of history serves as a reminder of not only Coventry's rich heritage but also its enduring relationship with British royalty. It encapsulates a moment frozen in time when travel was still imbued with grandeur and railways were vital arteries connecting cities across Britain. Preserved by Memory Lane Prints' dedicated staff, this print allows us to relish in past glory while paying homage to those who shaped our nation's narrative.
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