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William Foxley Norris - Dean of Westminster
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William Foxley Norris - Dean of Westminster
Date: 1937
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12th Coronation Dean Jul17 Norris Sixth Westminster 1937 Elizabeth Foxley
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This striking photograph captures the reverent and dignified presence of the Very Reverend Dean William Foxley Norris during the coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth in Westminster Abbey on June 12, 1937. The coronation, which marked the official installation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth as monarchs of the United Kingdom, Commonwealth, and Empire, was a significant moment in British history. Dean Norris, dressed in his full regalia, stands at the Quire of Westminster Abbey, his eyes fixed on the coronation throne where the newly anointed monarchs are seated. The solemn expression on his face reflects the gravity of the occasion, while the intricate details of his robes and the grandeur of the abbey's architecture add to the sense of history and tradition. King George VI, who ascended to the throne following the abdication of his brother, King Edward VIII, was a popular monarch who ruled during a time of great change and uncertainty for the country. His wife, Queen Elizabeth, was the first monarch to take the coronation oath with the new Coronation Oath Act of 1952, which required the monarch to swear to govern according to the law and to uphold the Church of England. The coronation ceremony was a grand spectacle, attended by thousands of people from all walks of life, and broadcast to millions more via radio. This photograph offers a glimpse into the sacred and historic moment, capturing the essence of the occasion and the important role played by the Dean of Westminster in the ceremony.
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