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Crowds in Trafalgar Square P_C00425_011
Filename: p_c00425_011.jpg
Size: 5511 x 3951 (2.5MB)
Date: 5th May 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: Source: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
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Crowds in Trafalgar Square P_C00425_011
Coronation Procession for Queen Elizabeth II, 1953. Trafalgar Square, City of Westminster, Greater London. A view from Charing Cross, showing crowds of people watching the Gold State Coach going past carrying Queen Elizabeth, during the coronation procession
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Media ID 24917426
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1950s Celebration Ceremony Coach Crowds Event Horses Procession Royalty
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a momentous event in British history - the coronation procession of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. The iconic Trafalgar Square, located in the heart of City of Westminster, Greater London, serves as the backdrop for this awe-inspiring scene. From a vantage point at Charing Cross, we witness an ocean of enthusiastic spectators eagerly awaiting the arrival of their beloved monarch. The focal point of this grand spectacle is undoubtedly the magnificent Gold State Coach carrying Queen Elizabeth herself. Adorned with regal splendor and pulled by majestic horses, it glides through the streets amidst cheers and applause from adoring onlookers. The sheer magnitude of this historic occasion is palpable as thousands gather to witness their queen's triumphant journey. The photograph perfectly encapsulates both the excitement and pride that permeated throughout London during this joyous celebration. The sea of faces reflects a diverse crowd united by their shared reverence for royalty and national identity. Each individual present adds to the vibrant tapestry that defines Trafalgar Square during such momentous events. Preserved by Property Services Agency under Historic England's watchful eye, this print serves as a testament to our rich cultural heritage. It allows us to glimpse into a past era when pomp and circumstance were paramount, reminding us all of our enduring fascination with royalty and tradition.
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