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Return to Buckingham Palace P_C00422_001
Coronation Procession for Queen Elizabeth II, 1953. Buckingham Palace, The Mall, City of Westminster, Greater London. View from the Queen Victoria Memorial, showing crowds of people watching as the coronation procession of Queen Elizabeth II returns to Buckingham Palace. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 24917382
Filename: p_c00422_001.jpg
Size: 5363 x 4131 (3.7MB)
Date: 5th May 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: Source: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
1950s Celebration Ceremony Coach Crowds Event Horses Procession Royal Navy Royalty Soldiers
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Return to Buckingham Palace P_C00422_001 captures a momentous event in British history - the coronation procession of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. This iconic photograph, taken from the vantage point of the Queen Victoria Memorial, offers a breathtaking view of the grandeur and excitement that filled the streets of London on that historic day. As far as the eye can see, crowds of people line The Mall, eagerly awaiting the return of their newly crowned monarch. The atmosphere is electric with anticipation and joy, as citizens from all walks of life gather together to witness this extraordinary spectacle. The image showcases not only the majestic Buckingham Palace but also highlights various elements that make up this magnificent procession. Royal Navy officers stand tall and proud alongside soldiers adorned in their ceremonial uniforms. Horses prance gracefully while pulling an opulent coach fit for royalty. This photograph encapsulates a sense of national pride and unity as thousands come together to celebrate this significant moment in time. It serves as a reminder of how deeply rooted traditions are cherished within British culture. Preserved by Property Services Agency under Historic England's watchful care, this print allows us to relive an era where pomp and circumstance were at its peak. It stands as a testament to our rich heritage and reminds us why events like these continue to captivate our imagination even decades later.
