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French wine workers, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. May 1986
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French wine workers, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. May 1986
Representatives of the Gueval Wine Factory in Pleyber-Christ, Lostwithiels twin town, being shown around the Guildhall. The welcoming group on the left comprises Vic May, Chairman Lostwithiel Twinning Association; Mayor Ida Keast with her Consort Rod Keast and Gwen Powell-Jones, Deputy Mayor. Photographer: Jonathan Barker
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TRURI : 2017.5.173
Media ID 14696000
© RIC, photographer Jonathan Barker
Mayoral Chain Regalia Guildhall
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In this print from May 1986, we are transported back to a moment of cultural exchange and camaraderie between French wine workers and the town of Lostwithiel in Cornwall. The image captures representatives from the Gueval Wine Factory in Pleyber-Christ, Lostwithiel's twin town, as they are warmly welcomed by local dignitaries. The scene unfolds within the historic Guildhall, where the visitors are being shown around by Vic May, Chairman of the Lostwithiel Twinning Association. Mayor Ida Keast stands proudly alongside her consort Rod Keast and Deputy Mayor Gwen Powell-Jones. Their presence exudes hospitality and friendship as they showcase their Cornish regalia. This photograph is not just a testament to international connections but also highlights the significance of twinning associations in fostering cultural understanding. It symbolizes how communities can come together across borders to celebrate shared interests and traditions. The Guildhall itself serves as an impressive backdrop with its grandeur evident through its architectural details. The mayoral chain worn by Mayor Ida Keast adds an air of authority while honoring local heritage. Preserved for posterity at the Royal Cornwall Museum, this print reminds us that beyond commercial endeavors lies a world where people connect on personal levels through mutual respect and appreciation for each other's cultures.
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