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Fine Art Print : Duke of York opening Wavell Memorial, Mombasa, Kenya
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Duke of York opening Wavell Memorial, Mombasa, Kenya
The Duke of York (later King George VI) opening the Wavell Memorial, Mombasa, Kenya, East Africa.
1924
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Media ID 14394849
© The On Call in Africa Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Bunting Kenya Mombasa Occasion Opening Special 1924
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the rich history of East Africa with our exquisite fine art print from The On Call in Africa Collection at Media Storehouse. This captivating image showcases a pivotal moment in history as the Duke of York (later King George VI) gracefully opens the Wavell Memorial in Mombasa, Kenya, in 1924. The intricate details and vibrant colors of this Mary Evans Picture Library photograph, taken by The On Call in Africa, transport you back in time, making it an essential addition to any home or office space. Bring history to life with this stunning fine art print from Media Storehouse.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 32cm (21" x 12.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative photograph, the Duke of York, later King George VI, makes a historic appearance in Mombasa, Kenya, during the opening ceremony of the Wavell Memorial in 1924. The Duke, dressed in formal attire, is seen standing next to a podium, surrounded by a sea of onlookers. He is gazing intently at the crowd, while a group of African dignitaries and British colonial officials look on from the background. The occasion was particularly special as the Duke was representing the British monarchy and paying tribute to Field Marshal Earl Wavell, a highly respected military leader and former Governor-General of India, who had passed away earlier that year. The Wavell Memorial, a grand monument located on Mombasa's seafront, was erected in his memory. The atmosphere is filled with excitement and anticipation, as evidenced by the colorful bunting that adorns the streets and the cars that line the road leading to the memorial. The Duke's visit was a significant event in the history of British colonial rule in East Africa, and the photograph captures the sense of occasion perfectly. The Duke's visit to Mombasa marked the beginning of a long and eventful reign for King George VI, who would go on to lead the United Kingdom through the tumultuous years of World War II. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when royalty and colonialism intertwined in the African continent.
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