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King George V Collection (#11)

"King George V: A Regal Journey Through History" Step back in time and join us on a captivating journey through the life of King George V

Background imageKing George V Collection: King George V, 1935. Artist: Finlay Colour Ltd

King George V, 1935. Artist: Finlay Colour Ltd
King George V, 1935. George V (1865-1936), King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions from 1910 until 1936. From The Illustrated London News Silver Jubilee Record Number 1910-1935

Background imageKing George V Collection: King George V broadcasting to the empire on Christmas Day, Sandringham, 1935

King George V broadcasting to the empire on Christmas Day, Sandringham, 1935. Illustration from George V and Edward VIII, A Royal Souvenir, by FGH Salusbury

Background imageKing George V Collection: Inks - Coronation Purple Ink, 1917. Artist: Gittings, Hills & Boothby

Inks - Coronation Purple Ink, 1917. Artist: Gittings, Hills & Boothby
Inks - Coronation Purple Ink, 1917. From The British Printer Vol. XXIV. [Raithby, Lawrence & Co. Ltd, London and Leicester, 1917]

Background imageKing George V Collection: Coronation Festivities in connection with the Borough Council Schools, 1911, (1917)

Coronation Festivities in connection with the Borough Council Schools, 1911, (1917). Programme of Childrens Fete in the Western Park, Thursday June 22nd, 1911

Background imageKing George V Collection: King George V, 1917. Artist: Garratt & Atkinson

King George V, 1917. Artist: Garratt & Atkinson
King George V, 1917. George V (1865-1936), King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions from 1910 until 1936. Image printed with Manders photochromotype inks. From The British Printer Vol

Background imageKing George V Collection: H. M. King George V, 1917. Artist: W&D Downey

H. M. King George V, 1917. Artist: W&D Downey
H.M. King George V, 1917. George V (1865-1936), King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions from 1910 until 1936. From The British Printer Vol. XXIV. [Raithby, Lawrence & Co

Background imageKing George V Collection: H. M. King George in India, 1913. Artist: AC Lovett

H. M. King George in India, 1913. Artist: AC Lovett
H.M. King George in India, 1913. George V (George Frederick Ernest Albert; 3 June 1865 - 20 January 1936) was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Emperor of India

Background imageKing George V Collection: The opening of Parliament, November 1914, (1915)

The opening of Parliament, November 1914, (1915). : The Royal Coach arriving at Parliament Square, 1914. George V (1865-1936), opening parliament in 1914

Background imageKing George V Collection: George V, King of the United Kingdom from 1910, c1936, (1945)

George V, King of the United Kingdom from 1910, c1936, (1945). George (1865-1936) succeeded his father, Edward VII, as king

Background imageKing George V Collection: In spring 1910, King Edward VII died, in March 1911, King George V was crowned, 1911, (1945)

In spring 1910, King Edward VII died, in March 1911, King George V was crowned, 1911, (1945). From Winston Churchill: His Life in Pictures, by Ben Tucker. [Sagall Press, Ltd. London, 1945]

Background imageKing George V Collection: The Music Salon, Looking Aft, 1911

The Music Salon, Looking Aft, 1911
The Music Salon, Looking Aft on board the SS Medina, 1911. Salon music was a popular music genre in Europe during the 19th century

Background imageKing George V Collection: The Royal Smoking Room, 1911

The Royal Smoking Room, 1911
The Royal Smoking Room on board the SS Medina, 1911. A smoking room (or smoking lounge) is a room which is specifically provided and furnished for smoking

Background imageKing George V Collection: The State Dining Room, 1911

The State Dining Room, 1911
The State Dining Room on board the SS Medina, 1911. From The Connoisseur Vol XXXI. [Otto Limited, London, 1911]

Background imageKing George V Collection: George V, King of the United Kingdom from 1910, (1932). Artist: Rosalind Thornycroft

George V, King of the United Kingdom from 1910, (1932). Artist: Rosalind Thornycroft
George V, King of the United Kingdom from 1910, (1932). George (1865-1936) succeeded his father, Edward VII, as king. He changed the name of the Royal Family from the House of Saxe-Coborg

Background imageKing George V Collection: Driving from Crathie Church, 1935 (1937)

Driving from Crathie Church, 1935 (1937). The Royal Family driving from Crathie Parish Church to Balmoral Castle during King George Vs Silver Jubilee visit to Scotland in August 1935

Background imageKing George V Collection: At Perth, Scotland, 1935 (1937)

At Perth, Scotland, 1935 (1937). The Royal Family, on their first royal visit to Perth, Scotland, on 10 August 1935. Card No 46 of 50 from Our King And Queen cigarette cards produced for W.D. & H.O

Background imageKing George V Collection: The Silver Jubilee, 1935 (1937)

The Silver Jubilee, 1935 (1937). The Duke and Duchess of York with Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret in the procession from Buckingham Palace to St Pauls Cathedral to celebrate the Silver

Background imageKing George V Collection: On Buckingham Palace Balcony, 1923 (1937)

On Buckingham Palace Balcony, 1923 (1937). Prince George and Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon on Buckingham Palace balcony following their marriage at Westminster Abbey on 26 April 1923

Background imageKing George V Collection: At Lady Maud Carnegies Wedding, 1923 (1937)

At Lady Maud Carnegies Wedding, 1923 (1937). On 12 November 1923 Princess Maud (1893-1945), niece of King George V was married to Lord Charles Carnegie (1892-1992)

Background imageKing George V Collection: As Naval Cadet, 1912 (1937)

As Naval Cadet, 1912 (1937). Prince George (1895-1952), the future King George VI, on board a warship with his father King George V (1865-1936)

Background imageKing George V Collection: Government in Crisis, forming a National Cabinet as requested by King George V, 1931, (1938)

Government in Crisis, forming a National Cabinet as requested by King George V, 1931, (1938). The economic slump following the Wall Street crash of 1929 caused a split in the Labour government over

Background imageKing George V Collection: The Duke and Duchess of York, with the infant Prince Edward, 1894 (1936)

The Duke and Duchess of York, with the infant Prince Edward, 1894 (1936). The future King George V and Queen Mary with their eldest son, the future King Edward VIII

Background imageKing George V Collection: Baseball, the national game of the United States, was played by American troops while in England. T

Baseball, the national game of the United States, was played by American troops while in England. The King receiving a captain, 1918, (1935)

Background imageKing George V Collection: King George V and Queen Mary at a Sunderland shipyard during World War I, June 15th, 1917, (1935)

King George V and Queen Mary at a Sunderland shipyard during World War I, June 15th, 1917, (1935). King George V (1865-1936) Queen Mary of Teck (1867-1953) at Sunderland shipyard

Background imageKing George V Collection: Steel, concrete and glass, make modern buildings, 1935

Steel, concrete and glass, make modern buildings, 1935. From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H. Salusbury [Daily Express Publications, London, 1935]

Background imageKing George V Collection: An auction for charity at Balmoral, 1930s (1935)

An auction for charity at Balmoral, 1930s (1935). From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H. Salusbury [Daily Express Publications, London, 1935]

Background imageKing George V Collection: Penguins on parade for the King, 1934 (1935)

Penguins on parade for the King, 1934 (1935). King George V and Queen Mary visiting Edinburgh Zoo. From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H. Salusbury [Daily Express Publications, London, 1935]

Background imageKing George V Collection: The Grand Staircase in Buckingham Palace, 1935

The Grand Staircase in Buckingham Palace, 1935. From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H. Salusbury [Daily Express Publications, London, 1935]

Background imageKing George V Collection: Thrones in the ballroom at Buckingham Palace, 1935

Thrones in the ballroom at Buckingham Palace, 1935. From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H. Salusbury [Daily Express Publications, London, 1935]

Background imageKing George V Collection: The State Dining Room, Buckingham Palace, 1935

The State Dining Room, Buckingham Palace, 1935. From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H. Salusbury [Daily Express Publications, London, 1935]

Background imageKing George V Collection: Bravery in civvies : laughs with the King and Queen, 1920s or 1930s (1935)

Bravery in civvies : laughs with the King and Queen, 1920s or 1930s (1935). From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H. Salusbury [Daily Express Publications, London, 1935]

Background imageKing George V Collection: King George V and Queen Mary at a Royal Command Variety Performance, 1920s or 1930s (1935)

King George V and Queen Mary at a Royal Command Variety Performance, 1920s or 1930s (1935). From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H. Salusbury [Daily Express Publications, London, 1935]

Background imageKing George V Collection: Queen Mary, 1935

Queen Mary, 1935. From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H. Salusbury [Daily Express Publications, London, 1935]

Background imageKing George V Collection: The wedding of Princess Mary and Viscount Lascelles, 28 February 1922 (1935)

The wedding of Princess Mary and Viscount Lascelles, 28 February 1922 (1935). From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H. Salusbury [Daily Express Publications, London, 1935]

Background imageKing George V Collection: American admirals afloat with the King, 1918 (1935)

American admirals afloat with the King, 1918 (1935). King George V with the Prince of Wales, Admiral Beatty, and US Navy Admirals Rodman and Sims. From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H

Background imageKing George V Collection: Dancing celebrates the end of war, 1918 (1935)

Dancing celebrates the end of war, 1918 (1935). From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H. Salusbury [Daily Express Publications, London, 1935]

Background imageKing George V Collection: Air raid damage in Croydon, 1915 (1935)

Air raid damage in Croydon, 1915 (1935). Houses in Eridge Road damaged by bombs dropped from German Zeppelins. From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H

Background imageKing George V Collection: A royal bag of tigers, 1911 (1935)

A royal bag of tigers, 1911 (1935). A scene from King George Vs visit to India to attend the Delhi Durbar. From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H. Salusbury [Daily Express Publications, London, 1935]

Background imageKing George V Collection: Shikar lunch in the jungle, 1911 (1935)

Shikar lunch in the jungle, 1911 (1935). A scene during King George Vs visit to India to attend the Delhi Durbar. From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H

Background imageKing George V Collection: King George V aboard HMS Neptune, 1910s (1935)

King George V aboard HMS Neptune, 1910s (1935). The King with Admiral George Callaghan (second from left), Commander-in-Chief of the Home Fleet. From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H

Background imageKing George V Collection: King George V afloat with his Navy, c1910s (1935)

King George V afloat with his Navy, c1910s (1935). From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H. Salusbury [Daily Express Publications, London, 1935]

Background imageKing George V Collection: King George V and Queen Mary crowned and robed for the Delhi Durbar, 1911 (1935)

King George V and Queen Mary crowned and robed for the Delhi Durbar, 1911 (1935). From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H. Salusbury [Daily Express Publications, London, 1935]

Background imageKing George V Collection: Mother and Sons, c1899 (1935)

Mother and Sons, c1899 (1935). The Duchess of York with her two eldest sons, the future Kings Edward VIII and George VI. From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H

Background imageKing George V Collection: Horse transport unvanquished, early 20th century (1935)

Horse transport unvanquished, early 20th century (1935). Traffic on the Strand in London. From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H. Salusbury [Daily Express Publications, London, 1935]

Background imageKing George V Collection: The Duke of Clarence and King George, 1875 (1935)

The Duke of Clarence and King George, 1875 (1935). From King Emperors Jubilee, by F. G. H. Salusbury [Daily Express Publications, London, 1935]

Background imageKing George V Collection: Operating Theatre, Princess Louise Kensington Hospital for Children. Architects, George Lansdown

Operating Theatre, Princess Louise Kensington Hospital for Children. Architects, George Lansdown & Brown and J. T. Saunders, c1928

Background imageKing George V Collection: Apartments in the First Class area on board the S. S. Empress of Britain, 1931

Apartments in the First Class area on board the S. S. Empress of Britain, 1931. Artist: Stewart Bale Limited
Apartments in the First Class area on board the S.S. Empress of Britain, 1931. The Empress of Britain was launched 11 June 1930 by HRH Prince of Wales

Background imageKing George V Collection: The Bathing Pool on board S. S. Empress of Britain, 1931. Artist: Stewart Bale Limited

The Bathing Pool on board S. S. Empress of Britain, 1931. Artist: Stewart Bale Limited
The Bathing Pool on board S.S. Empress of Britain, 1931. The Empress of Britain was launched 11 June 1930 by HRH Prince of Wales. It was sunk 28th October 1940 during service in WWII




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"King George V: A Regal Journey Through History" Step back in time and join us on a captivating journey through the life of King George V, a monarch who left an indelible mark on British history. No. 6000, King George V, stands tall as a symbol of power and progress, representing the reign of this influential king. In 1928, Railway Queen Mabel Kitson graced its presence at Swindon, showcasing the grandeur that surrounded King George V. The regal splendor continued with King George V proudly displaying a Borough of Swindon headboard in 1974. This gesture exemplified his connection to the people and their admiration for him. Even on water, King George V's influence was felt as The Kings State Barge sailed gracefully during Henley Royal Regatta in 1912. Its vibrant colors captured the essence of his reign. Accompanied by Queen Mary, No 4082 Windsor Castle became more than just a locomotive; it transformed into a royal carriage fit for royalty. Their visit to Swindon Works in 1924 showcased their genuine interest in industrial advancements. Inside Buckingham Palace lies Queen Mary's Chinese Chippendale Room - an exquisite testament to her refined taste and dedication to preserving heritage. This room served as an intimate space where she could reflect upon her husband's accomplishments. Plymouth witnessed King George V's presence during the bustling years of the 1930s when he graced its shores with his regal aura. His visits brought joy and excitement to all who had the privilege to witness them firsthand. In celebration of his Silver Jubilee in 1935 (and again in 1937), unknown creators immortalized this momentous occasion through artistry that captured both his majesty and popularity among his subjects. As times changed, so did transportation methods.