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The Queen drives through rain to the House of Lords
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The Queen drives through rain to the House of Lords
The Queen takes the ceremonial drive by carriage to Westminster for the Opening of the 41st Parliament of the United Kingdom. This State Drive had been cancelled some days previously due to rail strikes. Date: 1955
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1955 41st Ceremonial Drive Forty Jewellery Jewels Occasion Opening Parliament Rain Royals Smile Smiles Westminster Elizabeth
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A beaming Queen Elizabeth II braves the rain as she makes her way to the House of Lords for the Opening of the 41st Parliament of the United Kingdom in 1955. The State Drive, a traditional ceremonial occasion marking the start of a new parliamentary session, had been cancelled several days prior due to rail strikes. Undeterred by the inclement weather, the monarch donned her magnificent crown and diamond diadem, along with other stunning jewels, and took to the carriage, accompanied by her husband, Prince Philip. The Queen's radiant smile shines through the wet London day, as she processes down Whitehall, surrounded by her royal guards and dignitaries. The image captures the resilience and grace of the monarch, who, despite the challenges, carries on with the solemn duties of her role, bringing a sense of stability and continuity to the nation.
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