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India Pavilion MCF01_02_0820
Filename: mcf01_02_0820.jpg
Size: 6594 x 5000 (8.5MB)
Date: 1st November 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: His toric England Archive
Source: His toric England Archive
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India Pavilion MCF01_02_0820
British Empire Exhibition, WEMBLEY PARK, BRENT, GREATER LONDON. Looking across a garden towards crowds of people outside the India Pavilion at the British Empire Exhibition in Wembley Park.
The British Empire Exhibition opened on St Georges Day 1924 with the aim of stimulating trade and strengthening bonds between the countries of the British Empire. The exhibition proved to be so popular that it ran until October 1925
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Media ID 27958256
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1920s Exhibition Hall Garden People
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This photo print, titled "India Pavilion MCF01_02_0820" captures a moment in time at the British Empire Exhibition held in Wembley Park, Greater London during the 1920s. The image showcases a picturesque garden scene with crowds of people gathered outside the magnificent India Pavilion. The British Empire Exhibition, which commenced on St Georges Day in 1924, aimed to foster trade and strengthen bonds between countries within the vast British Empire. This grand exhibition proved to be immensely popular among visitors from all walks of life and continued its run until October 1925. In this photograph by Katherine MacFee, we are transported back to that era as we witness the vibrant atmosphere surrounding the India Pavilion. The pavilion itself stands tall and proud amidst lush greenery, exuding an air of elegance and cultural richness. As our eyes wander through the frame, we can't help but notice the diverse crowd eagerly exploring what lies beyond those pavilion doors. Their presence signifies not only their curiosity about different cultures but also their shared connection under the umbrella of empire. This remarkable image serves as a testament to both historical significance and artistic brilliance. It encapsulates a moment when nations came together to celebrate diversity while fostering economic growth – an enduring legacy that continues to shape our world today.
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