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Bandstand MCF01_02_0809
Filename: mcf01_02_0809.jpg
Size: 6594 x 4952 (8.3MB)
Date: 1st November 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: His toric England Archive
Source: His toric England Archive
Owner URL: https ://images .his toricenglands ervices .org.uk/
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Bandstand MCF01_02_0809
British Empire Exhibition, WEMBLEY PARK, BRENT, GREATER LONDON. People strolling past a bandstand at the British Empire Exhibition in Wembley Park, with the Malaya Pavilion in the background.
The British Empire Exhibition opened on St Georges Day 1924 with the aim of stimulating trade and strengthening bonds between the countries of the British Empire
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Media ID 27958236
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1920s Bandstand Exhibition Hall Pavilion People
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This print captures a moment in time at the British Empire Exhibition held in Wembley Park, Greater London during the 1920s. In this scene, people leisurely stroll past a charming bandstand while the majestic Malaya Pavilion stands tall in the background. The British Empire Exhibition was an ambitious event that aimed to foster trade relationships and strengthen bonds between countries within the vast British Empire. Opening on St Georges Day in 1924, it served as a platform for showcasing the diverse cultures and industries of nations under British rule. In this particular image, we see individuals from all walks of life enjoying a peaceful day out amidst grand exhibition halls and pavilions. The bandstand provides a focal point where visitors can gather to listen to music or simply take respite from their exploration of the exhibition grounds. Katherine MacFee's skillful composition transports us back to an era when such exhibitions were not only sources of entertainment but also symbols of national pride and unity. This photograph serves as both a historical record and an evocative reminder of how events like these played significant roles in shaping our collective identity. As we gaze upon this remarkable snapshot, let us appreciate its timeless beauty while reflecting on how exhibitions like these have contributed to our shared history.
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