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Queen Victoria giving away New Year's Gifts
Queen Victoria giving away New Year's Gifts Date: 1854
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This image, taken in January 1854, depicts Queen Victoria (1819-1901) graciously bestowing New Year's gifts upon a group of children during a royal audience. The Queen, dressed in her regal attire, wears a magnificent top hat adorned with a white feather and a long, flowing black gown, accessorized with a diamond necklace and a diamond star of the Order of the Garter. The children, dressed in their Sunday best, eagerly approach the monarch, some with their hands extended in anticipation, while others bow or curtsy in respect. The scene exudes the merry and joyful atmosphere of the holiday season in England during the 1850s. The Queen's annual New Year's Day audience for children was a cherished tradition that began in 1840. During these audiences, she would distribute gifts, including toys, sweets, and money, to hundreds of children from various charities and schools. The event was a symbol of her deep connection with her subjects, especially the young, and her commitment to their wellbeing. This photograph, published in The True Briton and The Illustrated Chronicle, captures a heartwarming moment in the history of the British monarchy, encapsulating the spirit of generosity, joy, and unity that marked the Victorian era.
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