Pageant Collection (page 9)

Amateur theatrical Company presenting a historical review
A (sadly unnamed) Amateur theatrical Company presenting a historical review, operetta or pageant - the characters/roles represented include a medieval jester, an executioner

Judging a Fancy Dress Competition - Huntingdon
Judging a Fancy Dress Competition at a Summer Festival Fair Parade Pageant at Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, England. The two (possible winners) are a pair of mice (with added hand-drawn tails!)

The British Royal Familys Golden State Coach, used for royal coronations decorated with paintings by Giovanni Cipriani including the royal arms on the upper back panel

Watching the Pageant, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
Watching the Pageant, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658) refusing the Crown, 1937
Oliver Cromwell rejecting the crown, 1657. Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), English military leader and politician, turns down the offer of the English crown

Henry Grace a Dieu (Henry Grace of God), also known as Great Harry, English carrack or great ship of the 16th century. Henry Grace a Dieu was one of the great ships of King Henry VIIIs (1491-1547)

The Royal Standard of the United Kingdom, 1937
The Royal Standard of the United Kingdom is the flag used by the Sovereign of the United Kingdom and its overseas territories

Queen Mary (1867-1953) and Princess Margaret (1930-2002) on the occasion of King George Vs Silver J
Mary of Teck (1867-1953), Queen Consort of George V on the balcony of Buckingham Palace with her grandaughter Princess Margaret (1930?2002), on the occasion of King George Vs Silver Jubilee, 1935

Review of the 1st Yeomanry Brigade by the queen in Windsor Park, 1894. Artist: William Barnes Wollen
Review of the 1st Yeomanry Brigade by Queen Victoria, Windsor Park, London, 1894. From the Illustrated London News (26 May 1894)

Horse and attendant, c1511, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw
Horse and attendant, c1511, (1843). From the Tournament Roll, made during the reign of Henry VIII, showing an attendant at a pageant to honour Catherine of Aragon on the occasion of the birth of

Winner of the Miss Margate beauty pageant posing with trophy at the Winter Gardens Margate. June 1960

Festival of Empire exhibition, Pageant of London, 1911
Citizens of London as the living history of London City: the pageant at the Festival of Empire at the Crystal Palace. 1. visitors to the court of Queen Elizabeth: chiefs and women from afar; 2

Queen Virginia II - Manila Carnival, The Philippines. Held from 1908-1939, the Manila Carnival was a two-week fair, organized as a goodwill event to celebrate harmonious U.S.-Philippine relations

Selfridges decorated for the 1937 Coronation
Selfridges department store in Oxford Street, London decorated for the Coronation of King George VI in May 1937. The store displayed a sculptured pageant of English history

Lady Godiva, Coventry
Miss Frances P. Burchell in the role of Lady Godiva at the Coventry Hospital Pageant - 27th June 1936 1936

Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip pays homage
Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II on 2 June 1953 in Westminster Abbey showing the Duke of Edinburgh paying homage. Date: 1953

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A royal procession of Sultan Abd al- Aziz IV in Morocco, 1800s. Printed color halftone reproduction of a 19th-century watercolor by A. Schneider

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"The Pageant: A Spectacle of Grandeur and History" Step into the world of pageantry, where opulence and tradition intertwine to create unforgettable moments. From the majestic Coronation Coach that carried Queen Elizabeth II during her coronation in 1953 to the grandiose celebrations of King's Silver Jubilee Fleet Review in 1935, these events have left an indelible mark on history. The Hendon Aerial Pageant took spectators to new heights as they marveled at daring aerial displays. Meanwhile, Owlerton FC in Sheffield hosted a Scout Pageant, showcasing the talents and camaraderie of young scouts. In 1877, Queen Victoria unveiled her magnificent barge for Virginia Water, symbolizing her reign's splendor. Years later, it was Queen Elizabeth II who ascended to the throne amidst great pomp and circumstance. The golden State coach carried her during her coronation ceremony - a moment etched forever in our collective memory, and are not limited to royalty alone; Stephen Tennant portrayed Prince Charming with grace and charm. Similarly, The Triumph of Archduchess Isabella captivated audiences during Brussels Ommeganck festivities from 1556-1633. Beyond regal affairs, Buffalo Bill's Show brought Wild West excitement to life with thrilling performances that enthralled crowds far and wide. These diverse pageants showcased various facets of human achievement and entertainment throughout history. As captured by Illustrated London News' Silver Jubilee Number in 1935, pageants serve as vibrant reflections of society's values and aspirations. They transport us back in time while celebrating achievements both grandiose and intimate.