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Three girl guides outside Buckingham Palace
Early among tourist visitors, three Girl Guide guests of the British Council, Eoi Chan of China, Hilda Mizzi of Malta and Lili Majeed of Malay (Malaysia), smile as they walk past a Buckingham Palace sentry.
c.1947
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In this charming photograph taken in 1947, three Girl Guides, Eoi Chan from China, Hilda Mizzi from Malta, and Lili Majeed from Malaya (now Malaysia), share a moment of joy and camaraderie as they walk past the sentry outside Buckingham Palace. The trio, who were guests of the British Council, were among the early tourist visitors to the iconic palace that year. The Girl Guides movement, founded by Lord Robert Baden-Powell in 1910, had gained immense popularity worldwide by the mid-20th century, with millions of girls and young women participating in various activities and learning essential life skills. The international nature of the movement was reflected in the diverse representation of its members, as seen in this image with Eoi, Hilda, and Lili, each proudly wearing their national uniforms. As they stroll past the sentry, the three Girl Guides cannot contain their smiles, their faces beaming with excitement and delight. The sentry, a symbol of the British monarchy's tradition and authority, seems to acknowledge their youthful energy and spirit with a nod and a warm smile of his own. This photograph captures a precious moment in time, showcasing the international friendship and unity that the Girl Guides movement fostered among its members. It also highlights the sense of adventure and discovery that traveling and exploring new places can bring, even for young girls from different corners of the world. The image is a testament to the enduring power of the Girl Guides movement in bringing people together, transcending cultural and geographical boundaries, and instilling a sense of pride, confidence, and community in its members.
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