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King Of Britain Collection (#3)

"Captivating Moments: The Reign of Britain's Beloved King George V" Step back in time to the grandeur and elegance of King George V's Silver Jubilee in 1935

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Celebration of the Royal Marriage - The Choir of St. Georges Chapel. 10 March 1863

Celebration of the Royal Marriage - The Choir of St. Georges Chapel. 10 March 1863. Marriage of the Prince of Wales (the future King Edward VII) and Princess Alexandra (future Queen Alexandra)

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: The Prince of Wales Setting the Chief Stone at the New Grammar School at Reading

The Prince of Wales Setting the Chief Stone at the New Grammar School at Reading
The Prince of Wales, as a Freemason, Setting the Chief Stone at the New Grammar School at Reading. 1870. The Prince of Wales (the future King Edward VII)

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: The Princess of Wales launching the new ironclad ship Alexandra, 1875

The Princess of Wales launching the new ironclad ship Alexandra, 1875. Launch of HMS Alexandra, a central battery ironclad of the Victorian Royal Navy at Chatham Dockyard

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Liverpool. The Procession to St. Georges Hall

Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Liverpool. The Procession to St. Georges Hall, 1865. The future King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra were shown round the library

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Sandringham House, c1896. Artist: T Smith & Sons

Sandringham House, c1896. Artist: T Smith & Sons
Sandringham House, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: The King and the Mason May 23rd 1925, (1928)

The King and the Mason May 23rd 1925, (1928)
The King and the Mason May 23rd 1925, 1928. From A History of Lloyd s, by Charles Wright and C. Ernest Fayle. [Macmillan and Company Limited, London, 1928]

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: H. M. The King laying the Foundation Stone of Lloyds New Building 23 May 1925, (1928)

H. M. The King laying the Foundation Stone of Lloyds New Building 23 May 1925, (1928)
H.M. The King laying the Foundation Stone of Lloyds New Building 23 May 1925, 1928. From A History of Lloyd s, by Charles Wright and C. Ernest Fayle. [Macmillan and Company Limited, London, 1928]

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: State Bedstead made for George, Prince of Wales, 1927. Artists: Edward F Strange, Unknown

State Bedstead made for George, Prince of Wales, 1927. Artists: Edward F Strange, Unknown
State Bedstead made for George, Prince of Wales, 1927. Bed of George II and Caroline, Prince and Princess of Wales, ca. 1715, displayed in the Queens State Bedchamber at Hampton Court Palace

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Memorial to His Father Unveiled, Windsor Castle, 23rd April I937

Memorial to His Father Unveiled, Windsor Castle, 23rd April I937
Memorial to His Father Unveiled, Windsor Castle, 23 April 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: King Edward at the head of the Brigade of Guards, turns, unperturbed, to make inquiry

King Edward at the head of the Brigade of Guards, turns, unperturbed, to make inquiry after revolver had been thrown in roadway, 1936 (1937)

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: The Children of King George V and Queen Mary, c1910, (1937)

The Children of King George V and Queen Mary, c1910, (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Two Famous Yachts in an exciting contest, 1936

Two Famous Yachts in an exciting contest, 1936. Shamrock V racing against King George Vs Britannia. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Seeking news of King Edward, December 3rd, 1936, 1937

Seeking news of King Edward, December 3rd, 1936, 1937
Seeking news of King Edward - December 3rd, 1936, 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Telling the City, 1937

Telling the City, 1937
Telling the City - Proclamation of King Edward VIII, Royal Exchange, Jan 22 1936, (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: King George V, c1935 (1937)

King George V, c1935 (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Official Opening of the Rotherhithe Tunnel, Bermondsey, London, 1908

Official Opening of the Rotherhithe Tunnel, Bermondsey, London, 1908. The Prince and Princess of Wales approach the gates on the south side in Brunel Road

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: The Prince of Wales officially opening the Rotherhithe Tunnel, Bermondsey, London, 1908

The Prince of Wales officially opening the Rotherhithe Tunnel, Bermondsey, London, 1908. The prince opens the gate to the southern entrance to the tunnel under the Thames

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Official opening of the Blackwall Tunnel, Poplar, London, 1897

Official opening of the Blackwall Tunnel, Poplar, London, 1897. The Prince and Princess of Wales in a horse-drawn carriage accompanied by other carriages and soldiers in a royal parade

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: The Prince of Wales inaugurating the London Steamboat Service, River Thames, London, 1905

The Prince of Wales inaugurating the London Steamboat Service, River Thames, London, 1905. The future King George V and the rest of the royal party can be seen disembarking onto the pier

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Horse Guards Parade from the south-west, Westminster, London, 1753. Artist: Thomas Bowles

Horse Guards Parade from the south-west, Westminster, London, 1753. Artist: Thomas Bowles
Horse Guards Parade from the south-west, Westminster, London, 1753. A view of the Parade of St Jamess Park, the New Buildings for the Horse Guards, the Admiralty

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Horse Guards Parade, Westminster, London, 1754. Artist: John Maurer

Horse Guards Parade, Westminster, London, 1754. Artist: John Maurer
Horse Guards Parade, Westminster, London, 1754. A perspective view of ye Parade in St Jamess Park, the Treasury, the new buildings for the Horse Guards

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: St Jamess Park and Horse Guards, Westminster, London, 1752(?). Artist: T Loveday

St Jamess Park and Horse Guards, Westminster, London, 1752(?). Artist: T Loveday
St Jamess Park and Horse Guards, Westminster, London, 1752(?). View of the parade in St Jamess Park, the new building for Horse Guards

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Bust of Queen Mary, consort of King George V, 1914. Artist: George Frampton

Bust of Queen Mary, consort of King George V, 1914. Artist: George Frampton
Bust of Queen Mary, consort of King George V, 1914

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Portrait bust of King George V, 1914. Artist: George Frampton

Portrait bust of King George V, 1914. Artist: George Frampton
Portrait bust of King George V, 1914

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Triumphal arch on the west end of Westminster Hall, London, 1761

Triumphal arch on the west end of Westminster Hall, London, 1761. The arch was erected for the coronation of George II and Queen Caroline, on 11th October 1727

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Hyde Park during a military review by Princess Alexandra, London, 1863

Hyde Park during a military review by Princess Alexandra, London, 1863
Hyde Park during a military review by Princess Alexandra, consort of the Prince of Wales, London, 1863

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Monument to Queen Caroline, consort of George II, Westminster Abbey, London, 1737

Monument to Queen Caroline, consort of George II, Westminster Abbey, London, 1737
Monument to Queen Caroline, consort of George II, Henry VIIs Chapel, Westminster Abbey, London, 1737

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Royal reception on London Bridge, 1863. Artist

Royal reception on London Bridge, 1863. Artist
Royal reception on London Bridge, 1863. Scene of the reception of Princess Alexandra of Denmark at the triumphal arch, London Bridge, with a guard of honour of the Honorable Artillery Company

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Royal procession passing the east end of St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, 1863

Royal procession passing the east end of St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, 1863. Procession of HRH Albert Edward Prince of Wales, and HRH Alexandra Princess of Denmark

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Incense tripod used on London Bridge, 1863

Incense tripod used on London Bridge, 1863. It was used to commemorate the ceremonial reception when the Prince of Wales (later Edward VII) arrived in London with his bride

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: View showing part of the Jubilee Procession of King George V and Queen Mary, May 6 1935

View showing part of the Jubilee Procession of King George V and Queen Mary, May 6 1935. Crowds line the street to watch the coach pass, with soldiers and policemen lining the route

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Wedding ceremony of Prince Edward and Princess Alexandra in St Georges Chapel at

Wedding ceremony of Prince Edward and Princess Alexandra in St Georges Chapel at Windsor Castle, 1863, with bridesmaids in the foreground and wedding guests to the sides

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Royal cortege for the marriage of Prince Edward and Princess Alexandra, 1863

Royal cortege for the marriage of Prince Edward and Princess Alexandra, 1863
Royal corte ge for the marriage of Prince Edward and Princess Alexandra, 1863. The corte ge is passing through the temporary entrance to St Georges Chapel at Windsor Castle

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Princess Alexandra getting in her coach to leave Windsor Castle for her wedding, March 1863

Princess Alexandra getting in her coach to leave Windsor Castle for her wedding, March 1863. Troops in formation can also be seen behind

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: George II, King of Great Britain, 1706. Artist: Joseph Smith

George II, King of Great Britain, 1706. Artist: Joseph Smith
George II, King of Great Britain, 1706. King George II is wearing long wig and plate armour with description below

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: George I, King of Great Britain, c1700. Artist: J Chereau

George I, King of Great Britain, c1700. Artist: J Chereau
George I, King of Great Britain, c1700. King George I is wearing a long wig and state robes over plate armour, with a description, crown and coat of arms in the surround below

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: George I, King of Great Britain, 1718. Artist: George Vertue

George I, King of Great Britain, 1718. Artist: George Vertue
George I, King of Great Britain, 1718. King George is wearing long wig and garter robes, with a crown, shield, sword, helmet and orb in lower border

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Princess Alexandras arrival at Bricklayers Arms Station, Bermondsey, London, 1863

Princess Alexandras arrival at Bricklayers Arms Station, Bermondsey, London, 1863. Princess Alexandra arrives in London for her marriage to King Edward VII

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: View of the Coronation luncheon for King George V and Queen Mary consort, London, 1911

View of the Coronation luncheon for King George V and Queen Mary consort, London, 1911
View of the Coronation luncheon for King George V and Queen Mary consort in the Guildhall, London, 1911

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Oval portrait of George II, King of Great Britain, 1706. Artist: Joseph Smith

Oval portrait of George II, King of Great Britain, 1706. Artist: Joseph Smith
Oval portrait of George II, King of Great Britain, 1706. Wearing a long wig and plate armour with a description below

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Oval portrait of George I, King of Great Britain, c1700. Artist: J Chereau

Oval portrait of George I, King of Great Britain, c1700. Artist: J Chereau
Oval portrait of George I, King of Great Britain, c1700. Wearing a long wig and state robes over plate armour, with a description, crown and coat of arms in the surround below

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Oval portrait of George I, King of Great Britain, 1718. Artist: George Vertue

Oval portrait of George I, King of Great Britain, 1718. Artist: George Vertue
Oval portrait of George I, King of Great Britain, 1718. Wearing a long wig and garter robes, with a crown, shield, sword, helmet and orb in the lower border

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: The coronation procession of King George II, October 1727, (c1727)

The coronation procession of King George II, October 1727, (c1727). The various members of the royal procession are shown in five strips with text identifying them

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Re-opening of St Pauls Cathedral, London, 1930

Re-opening of St Pauls Cathedral, London, 1930. View of King George V and Queen Mary, consort of the King, processing down Ludgate Hill, following the re-opening of St Pauls Cathedral on 5th June

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Mansion House (exterior), London, 1863. Artist: Day & Son

Mansion House (exterior), London, 1863. Artist: Day & Son
Scene of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra passing by Mansion House, London on their wedding day, March 7th 1863. The royal couple are seated in a carriage between the ranks of the guards

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: King George V and Queen Marys Jubilee at the Guildhall, London, 1935

King George V and Queen Marys Jubilee at the Guildhall, London, 1935
The reception of Their Majesties King George V and Queen Mary in Guildhall, London, on the occasion of their Jubilee, 22 May, 1935

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: The Guildhall, London, 1911

The Guildhall, London, 1911. View of the Coronation luncheon for King George V and Queen Mary consort in the Guildhall. All present are standing

Background imageKing Of Britain Collection: Christening of Edward VII, 1842

Christening of Edward VII, 1842
Scene of the christening of the Prince of Wales later King Edward VII in St Georges Chapel, Windsor Castle, Berkshire, 1842




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"Captivating Moments: The Reign of Britain's Beloved King George V" Step back in time to the grandeur and elegance of King George V's Silver Jubilee in 1935, a momentous occasion that marked twenty-five years on the throne. This captivating event, captured by an unknown creator, showcased the unwavering love and loyalty of his subjects. In 1937, Kirk & Sons of Cowes immortalized the majestic J-Class yachts Shamrock V and Britannia. These vessels symbolized British excellence and prowess on the high seas, leaving spectators in awe with their graceful sails billowing against a backdrop of azure waters. Travel further into history to witness Prince Edward's adventurous spirit during his visit to India in 1876 (1901). An artist skillfully depicted him embarking on a tiger hunt—an exhilarating escapade that highlighted both bravery and royal charm. Their Majesties King George V and Queen Mary radiated regal splendor during their Silver Jubilee celebrations in 1935 (1951). Unknown hands crafted this timeless image capturing their enduring bond as they reigned over a nation filled with admiration for their reign. The coronation robes worn by King George V and Queen Mary in 1911 (1951) exuded opulence fit for royalty. This photograph transports us back to an era when pomp and circumstance were at its zenith, showcasing their majesties' dignified presence amidst ornate regalia. On May 6th, 1935, another anonymous creator commemorated the Silver Jubilee from 1910-1935—a testament to King George V's steadfast leadership alongside Queen Mary. This snapshot encapsulates national pride as Britons celebrated two decades of progress under their beloved monarchs. Witness aviation history unfold through Kirk & Sons' lens as Claude Grahame-White hydroplane takes flight in 1912.