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Westminster Hall by night: Waiting and departing 1910
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Westminster Hall by night: Waiting and departing 1910
The queue waiting in a thunderstorm to view the public lying-in-state of King Edward VII in Westminster Hall. Date: May 1910
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Westminster Hall by Night - Waiting and Departing 1910
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is a poignant photograph capturing a significant moment in British history. The image depicts the queue of mourners waiting in the rain and thunderstorm to pay their respects to the late King Edward VII, lying in state in Westminster Hall, London. The year is 1910, and the death of King Edward VII, who reigned from 1901 to 1910, has brought the people of Britain together in a display of unity and homage. The royal figure, who was known for his popularity and charisma, had touched the lives of many, and the queue outside Westminster Hall is a testament to the deep respect and admiration the British people held for their monarch. The photograph captures the somber atmosphere of the event, with the dark, ominous sky looming overhead, illuminated by the occasional flash of lightning. The people in the queue, dressed in their finest attire, huddle together under umbrellas or make do with whatever makeshift shelter they can find, determined to wait their turn to pay their respects. The scene is a powerful reminder of the rituals and traditions that surround the death of a monarch in the United Kingdom. The photograph also serves as a snapshot of a bygone era, with the formal attire, horse-drawn carriages, and the grandeur of Westminster Hall all contributing to the sense of history and tradition. As the night wears on, and the queue slowly makes its way into the hall to view the late king's lying-in-state, the people depart, their respects paid, leaving behind a sense of closure and a shared sense of loss. The photograph, "Westminster Hall by Night: Waiting and Departing 1910," is a poignant reminder of the power of tradition, the strength of the British people, and the enduring legacy of their monarchy.
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