Sphere front cover: Prince of Wales visiting unemployed
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Sphere front cover: Prince of Wales visiting unemployed
Front cover from The Sphere, April 1933, showing Edward, Prince of Wales, later King Edward VIII and Duke of Windsor (1894-1972) inspecting the allotment gardens at Woolwich of the unemployed. Date: 22nd April 1933
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1894 1933 1972 22nd Allotment Inspecting Sphere Unemployed Viii Visiting Windsor Woolwich
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Beacon of Hope: Prince Edward, the Future King, Visits Unemployed Gardeners in Woolwich, April 1933 This evocative image, taken on April 22, 1933, captures a poignant moment in history as the Prince of Wales, later King Edward VIII and Duke of Windsor (1894-1972), pays a visit to the allotment gardens at Woolwich in southeast London. The unemployed community tended to these gardens as a means of self-sufficiency and hope during the Great Depression. The future king, dressed in a simple suit and hat, inspects the produce grown by the unemployed gardeners, demonstrating his compassion and understanding for their struggles. The scene is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the British people during a time of economic hardship. The photograph, published on the front cover of The Sphere magazine on April 22, 1933, offers a rare glimpse into the daily lives of the unemployed during this period. It also highlights the role of the monarchy in providing moral support and solidarity to those in need. This image, taken at Woolwich, is a poignant reminder of the importance of community and the power of gardening to bring people together, even in the most challenging of times. The Prince's visit served as a beacon of hope for the unemployed, offering a moment of dignity and pride in their hard work and determination to provide for themselves and their families.
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