League Of Empire Loyalists Collection

Miss Avril Walters, the secretary of the League of Empire Loyalists. There was a clash between the League of Empire Loyalists

Miss Rosine de Bounevialle, a member of the League of Empire Loyalists, holding a wig. 4th November 1958

Mr Austen Brooks (with beard), a member of The League of Empire Loyalists. 7th August 1957

Mr Austen Brooks, a member of the League of Empire Loyalists, heckles Conservative Prime Minister Alec Douglas-Home at Ongar. 27th July 1964

Avril Waters, 23 years old, secretary to the London branch of the League of Empire Loyalists got through the strict security check to enter the hall and shout protests against the Common Market

Miss Leslie Greene, the woman who interrupted the Premier at a Womans Conservative organisation meeting at the Albert Hall, London, and was dragged out by attendants

Conservative Prime Minister Alec Douglas-Home on his whistle stop tour of East London and Essex. During a speech he gave at Ongor, Mr Austen Brooks, a member of the League of Empire Loyalists

Empire Loyalists paint slogans on homes of the Queens critics. 18th August 1957

Arthur Kenneth Chesterton MC, a politician and journalist who helped found right-wing organisations in Britain, primarily in opposition to the break-up of the British Empire

Judgement was given at the West London County Court, in the case brought by Miss Leslie Greene, secretary of the League of Empire Loyalists, against the Royal Albert Hall

Austen Brooks, a member of the League of Empire Loyalists, dressed as a bishop. 4th July 1958

A crowd listening to Conservative Prime Minister Alec Douglas-Home at Ongar. At this event Mr Austen Brooks, a member of the League of Empire Loyalists, heckled Mr Douglas-Home. 27th July 1964

Pictured, Philip Kinghorn Burbridge with Mr Austen Brooks (with beard), a member of The League of Empire Loyalists. Mr Philip Kinghorn Burbridge, who slapped Lord Altrincham (critic of the Queen)

Empire Loyalist outburst at Airport. London; John Michael Scott, aged 19 years, a central branch officer of the League of Empire Loyalists

Barge pole for Maudling. London; Members of the League of Empire Loyalists arriving at Lancaster House, London, this evening, with a 12 foot long barge pole

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"The League of Empire Loyalists: A Controversial Movement Shaping British Politics" Meet Mr Austen Brooks, a dedicated member of The League of Empire Loyalists, sporting his distinguished beard as a symbol of loyalty to the empire. This organization, with its strong conservative values, aimed to preserve and strengthen Britain's ties to its former colonies. Avril Waters, at just 23 years old, served as the secretary for the London branch of the League. Her youthful enthusiasm brought fresh perspectives and energy to their cause. Miss Leslie Greene made headlines when she fearlessly interrupted Conservative Prime Minister Alec Douglas-Home during a speech at Ongar. As a passionate advocate for women's rights within the league, her actions sparked both admiration and controversy. In an act that showcased their unwavering support for Queen and country, Empire Loyalists boldly painted slogans on homes belonging to critics of the monarchy on August 18th, 1957. Their fervent patriotism knew no bounds. Arthur Kenneth Chesterton MC played an instrumental role in founding this right-wing movement. As both politician and journalist, he used his platform to amplify their message across society. Miss Avril Walters diligently fulfilled her duties as secretary while embodying the principles upheld by The League of Empire Loyalists. Her commitment was evident in every task she undertook. The West London County Court witnessed judgment being delivered in Miss Leslie's case against those who opposed her interruption at Ongar. It became a pivotal moment highlighting tensions between free speech and respect for authority within this controversial group. Austen Brooks took his dedication one step further by dressing up as a bishop during league events—a striking visual representation of their moral stance rooted in tradition and faith. Crowds eagerly gathered whenever Conservative Prime Minister Alec Douglas-Home spoke at Ongar—his words resonating deeply with supporters like Philip Kinghorn Burbridge seen pictured alongside Mr Austen Brooks (with beard). The league's influence on British politics was undeniable.