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The Visit of the Prince of Wales to North America - the Government House, Charlotte Town, Prince Edward Island, 1860.....Prince Edward Island...will be honoured by his Royal Highness's presence during his brief stay in that dependency of the British Crown. Charlotte Town, the capital of Prince Edward Island, is situated on Hillsborough River, near the south coast, with a good harbour. Its population is about 4000; and its principal edifices are the court-house, episcopal and Scotch churches, several chapels, the barracks, and a fort. It has an ironfoundry and a manufacture of coarse woollens. George Dundas, Esq. is the Lieutenant-Governor of Prince Edward Island'. From "Illustrated London News", 1860
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This print depicts a significant moment in the history of Prince Edward Island, Canada, as it welcomes His Royal Highness, Prince Albert Edward, the Prince of Wales, during his brief visit in 1860. The Government House in Charlotte Town, the capital city of Prince Edward Island, serves as the backdrop for this royal event. Situated on the Hillsborough River, near the south coast, Charlotte Town boasts a population of approximately 4,000 and is home to several notable structures, including the court-house, episcopal and Scotch churches, barracks, and a fort. The town also boasts an ironfoundry and a manufacture of coarse woollens. Prince Edward Island, a dependency of the British Crown, was honored by the presence of the future King Edward VII of Great Britain and Ireland. The Prince's visit was widely reported in the press, including the Illustrated London News, which published this engraved image. The print showcases the exterior of the Government House, with its grand columns and stately appearance, reflecting the elegance and prestige of the royal visit. The print also captures the picturesque landscape of Charlotte Town, with its harbor and coastal setting, adding to the charm of this historic moment in time.
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