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Coach and footmen P_C00427_003
Filename: p_c00427_003.jpg
Size: 5351 x 4095 (2.9MB)
Date: 5th May 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: Source: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
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Coach and footmen P_C00427_003
Coronation Procession for Queen Elizabeth II, 1953. Parliament Square, City of Westminster, Greater London. A horse-drawn coach
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 24917362
© Historic England Archive
1950s Celebration Ceremony Coach Crowds Event Horse Procession Royalty Livery
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a momentous occasion in British history - the Coronation Procession for Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. Set against the iconic backdrop of Parliament Square, City of Westminster, Greater London, this image transports us back to a time when tradition and grandeur were at their peak. At the center of attention is an exquisite horse-drawn coach, resplendent with its ornate design and regal livery. The coachmen and footmen accompanying it are dressed impeccably, adding an air of elegance to the scene. Their uniforms symbolize not only their role as servants but also reflect the pomp and circumstance associated with royal events. As we gaze upon this photograph, we cannot help but be drawn into the palpable excitement that fills the air. Crowds line both sides of the street, eagerly awaiting a glimpse of their beloved monarch on her special day. Their faces reveal a mix of anticipation and joy as they join together in celebration. This image serves as a poignant reminder of how significant ceremonies like these were to people during this era. It encapsulates not just an event or procession but also represents a collective sense of pride and loyalty towards royalty. Preserved by Property Services Agency under Historic England's watchful eye, this print allows us to relive history through visual storytelling – reminding us all why moments like these continue to hold such fascination even decades later.
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