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Village Committee (Celebrating Coronation of King George V)
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Village Committee (Celebrating Coronation of King George V)
Village Committee (Celebrating the Coronation of King George V - June 22nd 1911), North Cave, Brough, Yorkshire, England
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This evocative photograph captures the moment of celebration as the village committee of North Cave, Brough, in Yorkshire, England, gathers to mark the coronation of King George V on June 22nd, 1911. The image is filled with a sense of community and pride as the villagers, dressed in their finest attire, come together to honor the monarch's ascension to the throne. King George V, who reigned from 1910 until his death in 1936, was the first British monarch to be crowned in a coronation open to the public since the Middle Ages. The event was a grand spectacle, attracting millions of people from across the United Kingdom and the British Empire. The villagers of North Cave, like many others, wanted to join in the national celebration. In this photograph, they are seen gathered around a large table, adorned with a red and gold cloth, and surrounded by bunting and other decorations. The committee members, all wearing hats and suits, are seen raising their glasses in a toast to the new king. The women in the background are dressed in their Sunday best, some with parasols and bonnets, adding to the festive atmosphere. The photograph also provides a glimpse into the past, offering a window into the daily lives of people in a rural English village over a century ago. The scene is idyllic, with the rolling hills and green fields of the Yorkshire countryside visible in the background. The image is a poignant reminder of the importance of community and tradition, and the way in which they were celebrated during a time of great change and uncertainty.
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