Canvas Print : Chief Scout and Governor with new Queens Scout, Guyana
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Chief Scout and Governor with new Queens Scout, Guyana
Governor and Chief Scout, Sir Richard Luyt, with one of seven new Queens Scouts and his proud mother from Buxton, East Coast Demerara, British Guyana, South America. Sir Richard is admiring the Queens Scout certificate. Date: 1966
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Media ID 14166245
© Mary Evans / The Scout Association
1966 Admiring Beret Buxton Certificate Chief Colonialism Demerara Dignitaries Governor Guiana Guyana Guyanese Occasion Proud Queens Special Vips Scout Scouting Scouts
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the stunning "Chief Scout and Governor with new Queens Scout, Guyana" canvas print from Media Storehouse, exclusively featuring this historic moment captured by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the pride and joy as Sir Richard Luyt, the Governor of British Guyana, and the Chief Scout, present one of the seven new Queens Scouts with his proud mother. This iconic image from South America's East Coast Demerara transports you to another time and place, making it an exquisite addition to any home or office decor. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich colors and intricate details of this remarkable photograph. Embrace the essence of adventure, honor, and tradition with this beautiful piece.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, Sir Richard Luyt, the Governor of British Guiana, proudly interacts with a newly appointed Queens Scout and his beaming mother from Buxton, East Coast Demerara, in British Guiana, South America, during a special occasion in 1966. Sir Richard, dressed in formal attire and wearing a colonial-era top hat, warmly admires the Queens Scout certificate held by the young scout, who wears his distinctive uniform adorned with merit badges and the iconic scout beret. The scene captures the sense of pride and accomplishment that comes with earning the prestigious Queens Scout award, an achievement that signified the highest rank in the Boy Scouts Association in the British colonies. This momentous occasion, set against the backdrop of the 1960s, marked a significant milestone in the lives of the young scouts, reflecting their dedication to the Scout movement and its core values of integrity, respect, and community service. The photograph also highlights the multicultural and diverse nature of British Guiana during the colonial era, with both the Governor, a white European, and the Queens Scout, a Guyanese boy, sharing a moment of mutual respect and admiration. This image offers a glimpse into the rich history of scouting in Guyana and the broader context of colonialism, providing a valuable record of the past and its enduring impact on the lives of individuals and communities.
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