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Empire Day 1924 EPW010455

Empire Day 1924 EPW010455


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Filename: afl03_aerofilms_10455.jpg

Size: 4917 x 3829 (12.4MB)

Date: 15th August 2011

Source: Historic England

Credit: Historic England Archive Aerofilms

Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work

Source: English Heritage Images

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Empire Day 1924 EPW010455

WEMBLEY STADIUM, Middlesex, London. Empire Day celebrations in 1924, part of Empire Week (24th-31st May 1924). Massed military marching bands entertained a packed house between 3 and 8.30pm. Photographed on 25th May 1924. Aerofilms Collection (see Links)

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> Sports > Football grounds from the air > Wembley Stadium


EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the vibrant spirit of Empire Day celebrations in 1924 at Wembley Stadium, Middlesex, London. As part of the grand Empire Week festivities that took place from 24th to 31st May, this particular event on 25th May was a spectacle to behold. The stadium stands packed with enthusiastic spectators as they eagerly awaited the start of an unforgettable experience. The focal point of this mesmerizing scene is undoubtedly the massed military marching bands that took center stage between 3 and 8:30 pm. Their synchronized movements and powerful melodies resonated through the air, filling every corner of Wembley Stadium with patriotic fervor. The precision and discipline displayed by these talented musicians were truly awe-inspiring. As you gaze upon this remarkable aerial view captured by Aerofilms, it becomes evident that Empire Day was not just an ordinary celebration; it was a momentous occasion where people came together to honor their shared heritage and embrace their collective identity within the vast British Empire. This photograph serves as a testament to both history and leisure, showcasing how even during times of great political significance, people found solace in coming together for joyous events like these. It reminds us of our past while also inviting us to reflect on our present-day values and aspirations as we continue building a future rooted in unity and diversity.

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