George V Collection (#19)

Tank For America
18th March 1926: A British tank is loaded on board the Cunard SS Vardulia at King George V Dock, bound for its new home at Cornell University in America. (Photo by L)

Loading Cars
12th January 1927: Morris motor cars being loaded on the T.S.S. Hobsons Bay at King George V Dock, bound for Australia. (Photo by Kirby/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Argus At Rosyth
November 1918: Airmen and seamen cheering King George V from the aircraft carrier Argus on his visit to the Fleet at Rosyth, on the Firth of Forth. The carrier is painted in dazzle camouflage

Loading Cars
12th January 1927: Some of the 500 English cars being loaded onto the TSS Hobsons Bay bound for Australia at the King George V Docks, London. (Photo by Kirby/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Submarine Cable
19th November 1935: One of two mammoth drums, each weighing 33 1/2 tons and containing 5, 000ft of submarine cable, being lifted aboard the P&O liner Rajputana at King George V dock, London

Union-Castle Liner Rhodesia Castle
12th October 1951: The Union-Castle Liner Rhodesia Castle in the King George V Dock in London. RHODESIA CASTLE was built in 1951 by Harland & Wolff in Belfast with a tonnage of 17041grt

Royal Train
11th November 1911: The Royal Train, carrying King George V and Queen Mary, arrives at Portsmouth on the first leg of the Royal trip to India to celebrate the Coronation

The King in Yacht Race at Cowes The King, Princess Mary, the Marquise d Hautpool, and the Marquis de Soveral on board the Royal Yacht " Britannia" 2nd August 1921

The Duke of York and his bride with the bridesmaids Back row, left to right, Princess Alexander of Edinburgh, Princess Victoria of Schleswig-Holstein, Princess Victoria of Edinburgh

The Great Victory March. Photograph taken from behind the Royal dais. Admiral Sir Charles Madden and staff saluting the King. 19 July 1919

The Great Victory March. French troops passing the King. ( taken from the back of the dais
The Great Victory March. French troops passing the King and American troops with their flags coming next. ( taken from the back of the dais and showing a general view of the decorated Mall)

State Opening of Parliament The King and Queen in the State Coach 7 February 1922

Three British monarchs. Edward VII (seated) his son, later George V, left, and his grandson, later Edward VIII, on the right, all in naval uniform. Photograph

George V, King of Great Britain 1910 - 1936, with his consort Queen Mary, in coronation robes, 1911

George V, King of Great Britain 1910 - 1936, with his consort Queen Mary, watching Delhi Durbar from the Red Fort, accompanied by the Indian princes acting as pages. India, 1911

Children examining tiger, c. 1927. The Natural History Muse
This white tiger was shot in the Rewa jungle in early 1925 by the Maharajah Gulab Singh. The Maharajah presented this animal to George V, who in turn loaned the specimen to the Museum in February 1926

Nepal tiger, 1913. The Natural History Museum, London

The King of Spain presenting an ibex, July 1927
At the request of George V, the presentation of a group of ibex by King Alfonso of Spain in July 1927 was kept informal. An unveiling ceremony took place at noon in the Central Hall

An original chair used at the coronation of King George the Fifth in 1911, Sirohi Palace, Sirohi, Southern Rajasthan state, India, Asia

The Gateway to India, built to commemorate the visit of George V in 1911, Mumbai, previously called Bombay, Maharashtra State, India

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"Remembering King George V: A Legacy of Royalty and Diplomacy" In a union that would shape the course of history, Elizabeth Bowes Lyon, later known as the Queen Mother, married the Duke of York, who would become King George VI. Their grand wedding ceremony was a symbol of love and unity amidst turbulent times. Buckingham Palace held many treasures within its walls, including Queen Mary's Chinese Chippendale Room. This exquisite room showcased opulent craftsmanship and reflected the elegance that surrounded King George V's reign in 1935. Even across borders, alliances were forged between nations. Tsar Nicholas II of Russia stood alongside the Prince of Wales in 1909, highlighting their shared values and friendship during an era marked by political complexities. The Silver Jubilee celebrations in 1935 brought joy to every corner of the kingdom. Though created by an unknown artist, this commemorative piece captured the spirit and pride that filled the hearts of all British subjects during this momentous occasion. Sailing into victory on majestic J-Class yachts Shamrock V and Britannia in 1934 exemplified King George V's passion for sportsmanship and his commitment to excellence both on land and at sea. Queen Mary's visit to a Welsh colliery in 1935 demonstrated her compassion for her people. Her presence brought hope to those working tirelessly underground while showcasing her dedication to understanding their struggles firsthand. The regalia worn by British monarchs holds immense significance. The royal crowns and sceptre depicted here represent centuries-old traditions passed down through generations—a testament to King George V's role as guardian of heritage and tradition. Amidst jubilant festivities celebrating Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee came another milestone—the Queens Jubilee—honoring Queen Elizabeth II’s remarkable sixty-year reign with vibrant colors capturing national pride underpinned by continuity from one generation to another.