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George VI and Queen Elizabeth visit to Edinburgh
Unknown, 1945, Photograph
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George VI and Queen Elizabeth visit to Edinburgh
George VI and Queen Elizabeth visit to Edinburgh
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7535
Title
George VI and Queen Elizabeth visit to Edinburgh
Description
King George VI and Queen Elizabeth are accompanied by their daughters Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret as the walk down a wet street in Edinburgh. The street is lined with soldiers who salute the group as they pass. The King is wearing naval uniform, Princess Elizabeth wears military uniform and the Queen and Princess Margaret are smartly dressed in civilian clothes. The Queen wears a fancy hat and a fur stole and smiles as she talks to a man in military uniform who accompanies the royal party.
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Unknown
Date
1945
Size
23.8 x 28.6 cm
Type
Photograph
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Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
King George VI and Queen Elizabeth began a two day visit to Edinburgh on 26th September 1945, accompanied by their daughters, Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret Rose.
It marked a national celebration of final victory in World War II and included a march-past in Princes Street by Forces of all categories. Crowds lined the streets to watch the procession. Later, the Royal party made a late-night tour to observe the celebratory bonfires and firework displays. The visit also included several Investiture ceremonies at the Palace of Holyroodhouse as well as a service at St Giles' Cathedral, before they continued on to other parts of Scotland.
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