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KINGS PARADE 1887
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KINGS PARADE 1887
Cabs and carriages, an errand boy harassed by a dog and a mama with two daughters and a dog on the lead, pass along Kings Parade in late Victorian times Date: 1887
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Kings Parade, Cambridge, 1887: A Vibrant Scene of Victorian Life This evocative photograph captures the bustling atmosphere of Kings Parade in Cambridge during the late Victorian era, in the year 1887. The scene is filled with a diverse array of people and modes of transportation, all passing along the picturesque street leading to King's College. In the foreground, two horse-drawn cabs and several carriages make their way through the crowd. The horses' hooves clatter against the cobblestones, adding to the lively cacophony of sounds that fills the air. The drivers call out to potential passengers, their voices blending with the chatter of the crowd. Among the passersby, an errand boy in a brown uniform is seen being harassed by a mischievous dog. The boy attempts to shield himself from the dog's advances, while the animal barks and snaps at him, adding a touch of humor to the otherwise serious scene. A mother with two young daughters in matching dresses and bonnets walks along the Parade, leading a small dog on a leash. The girls gaze up at their mother, their faces filled with curiosity and delight as they take in the sights and sounds around them. The mother, dressed in the fashionable attire of the time, maintains a calm and composed demeanor, expertly managing her brood and her pet. The photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when horse-drawn vehicles were the primary mode of transportation and the streets were filled with the sounds, sights, and smells of daily life in Victorian England.
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