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Re-opening of St Giles Cathedral, May 1883
Wilson, George Washington, 1883, Photograph
Re-opening of St Giles Cathedral, May 1883
Re-opening of St Giles Cathedral, May 1883
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Title
Re-opening of St Giles Cathedral, May 1883, procession of clergymen
Description
A view of the west side of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh on the occasion of the re-opening in 1883. The ornately carved entrance is surrounded by an awning draped with flags. A procession of clergymen files into the cathedral.
There are two rows of soldiers in highland dress consisting of kilt and bearskin hat. They carry rifles. There are other men wearing top hats and tailcoats and carrying canes watching the procession. In the foreground is a horse and carriage.
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Wilson, George Washington
Date
1883
Size
26.1 x 18.9 cm
Type
Photograph
Location
Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
St Giles Kirk, often called St Giles Cathedral, is situated on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. A church has stood on the site since around 1120-1140, but little remains of the 12th century structure. St Giles played an important part in the Scottish Protestant Reformation with John Knox serving as its minister from 1560 until his death in 1572. The building has experienced significant additions, alterations and restorations during its history. The Thistle Chapel, a private chapel for the Most Ancient and Most Noble Order of the Thistle, was added between 1909-11.
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