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Miss World Beauty Competition at the Royal Albert Hall, London, Friday 20th November 1970
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Miss World Beauty Competition at the Royal Albert Hall, London, Friday 20th November 1970
Miss World Beauty Competition at the Royal Albert Hall, London, Friday 20th November 1970, Jennifer Hosten from Grenada is crowned Miss World 1970, the contest was disrupted by members of the Womens Liberation Movement, debris from powder bombs can be seen on the ground
Kent Gavin & Arthur Sidey
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
70 11020
Media ID 21875173
© Mirrorpix
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Capturing History - The Unforgettable Miss World 1970 Beauty Competition
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. In this iconic photo print, we are transported back to the Royal Albert Hall in London on Friday, November 20th, 1970. It was a night filled with anticipation and glamour as Jennifer Hosten from Grenada was crowned Miss World 1970. As she sits gracefully on her throne, wearing a dazzling tiara and holding a scepter, her radiant smile reflects the joy of her victory. However, this historic event was not without its share of controversy. Members of the Women's Liberation Movement disrupted the competition by detonating powder bombs that left debris scattered across the ground. This powerful image captures both the beauty and chaos that unfolded during this pivotal moment in time. Kent Gavin & Arthur Sidey skillfully immortalize this significant chapter in history through their lens. Their photograph serves as a reminder of how beauty pageants have often been at odds with feminist movements seeking to challenge societal norms. This image transports us back to an era when traditional notions of femininity clashed with emerging ideas about gender equality. It reminds us that even within seemingly glamorous events like beauty competitions, there is always room for progress and change. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from Memory Lane Prints, let it serve as a testament to resilience and empowerment - reminding us that true beauty goes beyond physical appearances and lies within each individual's unique strength and voice.
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