Canvas Print : Scout selling Coronation programmes
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Scout selling Coronation programmes
Boy scout (left) selling Coronation programmes to people lining the route in a London street for the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II on 2 June 1953. The programme price was two shillings and sixpence (half a crown). A St Johns Ambulance man stands on the right. Date: 1953
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Media ID 14148064
© Mary Evans / The Scout Association
1953 Ambulance Collecting Coronation Crowds Johns Lining Patriotic Patriotism Programme Programmes Route Sale Sell Selling Spectators Stand Elizabeth Scout Scouting Scouts
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Add a touch of history to your home décor with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints featuring the iconic image of a Boy Scout selling Coronation programmes on the streets of London during the historic Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II on 2 June 1953. This evocative photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online captures the excitement and anticipation of the moment, making it a unique and cherished addition to any room. Our high-quality canvas prints are printed on premium canvas using archival inks, ensuring vibrant colors that will last for years to come. Order yours today and relive the magic of this memorable moment in history.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a young Boy Scout proudly sells Coronation programmes to the eager crowds lining the streets of London on 2 June 1953. The historic event marked the coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, an occasion that brought the British people together in a celebration of national pride and unity. The Boy Scout, dressed in his full uniform, is shown on the left, holding a stack of programmes in his arms. His excited expression and the determined look in his eyes reflect the sense of anticipation and excitement that filled the air as the day of the Coronation approached. The programme price is clearly displayed for all to see - two shillings and sixpence, which was equivalent to half a crown. On the right, a St. John Ambulance man stands watchfully, his medical kit at the ready. His presence adds a sense of security and reassurance to the scene, as the crowds of people, many of whom are dressed in their finest attire, continue to line the route, eager to catch a glimpse of the Queen as she makes her way to Westminster Abbey. This photograph captures the spirit of the 1950s, a time of patriotism and community, and offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a moment in history when the British people came together to celebrate the coronation of their monarch. The image is a poignant reminder of the enduring power of tradition and the importance of community spirit, making it a valuable addition to any collection of historical photographs.
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