Marion Crawford Collection

Their Majesties King George V and Queen Mary at the time of their Silver Jubilee in 1935, 1951
Their Majesties King George V and Queen Mary at the time of their Silver Jubilee in 1935, (1951). George V (1865-1936) and Mary of Teck (1867-1953) of the United Kingdom

Their Majesties King George V and Queen Mary in their coronation robes, 1911, (1951). George V (1865-1936) and Mary of Teck (1867-1953) of the United Kingdom

The Queen Mother, 1937, (1951). Creator: Hay Wrightson
The Queen Mother, 1937, (1951). Portrait of Mary of Teck (1867-1953) in the robes she wore at the coronation of her son George VI

Queen Mary, Princess Elizabeth, Princess Margaret... Armistice Day, 1945, (1951)
Queen Mary, Princess Elizabeth, Princess Margaret and the Duchess of Kent on Armistice Day, 1945, (1951). Mary of Teck (1867-1953) with her granddaughters the Princess Elizabeth (born 1926)

Queen Mary with Princess Elizabeth, April 1944, (1951). Creator: Unknown
Queen Mary with Princess Elizabeth, April 1944, (1951). Queen Mary with Princess Elizabeth at the party held to celebrate the eighteenth birthday of the Princess

Queen Mary with her granddaughters, 1930s, (1951). Creator: Unknown
Queen Mary with her granddaughters, 1930s, (1951)....on a ten-mile trip down the river to Wooolwich, where they watched the unloading and the loading of ships

King George V, Queen Mary, Prince George, Princess Marina... at Balmoral in 1934, (1951)
King George V, Queen Mary, Prince George, Princess Marina and her parents at Balmoral in 1934, (1951). Group portrait at the royal residence of Balmoral in Scotland

King George V and Queen Mary at their first opening of Parliament, 6 February 1911, (1951)
Their Majesties King George V and Queen Mary at their first opening of Parliament, 6 February 1911, (1951). George V (1865-1936) and Mary of Teck (1867-1953) of the United Kingdom

On the Britannia with King George and Sir Charles Cust, c1920, (1951). Creator: Unknown
On the Britannia with King George and Sir Charles Cust, c1920, (1951). George V (1865-1936) and Mary of Teck (1867-1953) of the United Kingdom on the Royal Yacht Britannia with equerry

Queen Mary and Queen Alexandra at a meeting of the West Norfolk Hunt in 1920, (1951). Queen Alexandra (1844-1925) and Mary of Teck (1867-1953) at a hunt meeting

Queen Mary sets off to visit Canada, 1939, (1951). Creator: Unknown
Queen Mary sets off to visit Canada, 1939, (1951). Members of the Royal Family bid farewell to our King and Queen as they start off on their 1939 Canadian tour

King George V and Queen Mary in the Garter Procession at Windsor, 1913, (1951). George V (1865-1936) and Mary of Teck (1867-1953) of the United Kingdom

Queen Mary at the Thanksgiving for Victory concert, Royal Albert Hall, 1945, (1951). Mary of Teck (1867-1953) at a concert in London to celebrate the end of the Second World War

Watching A.T.S. girls at work... Army School of Cookery at Aldershot, c1941, (1951)
Watching A.T.S. girls at work with a field kitchen during one of her visits to the Army School of Cookery at Aldershot, c1941, (1951)

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"Marion Crawford: A Witness to Royal History" Step into the captivating world of Marion Crawford, a woman who had the privilege of serving Their Majesties King George V and Queen Mary during some of the most significant moments in British history. From their Silver Jubilee in 1935 to their coronation robes in 1911, Marion was there, witnessing it all. In her role as a trusted confidante and governess to Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret, Marion stood alongside Queen Mary on Armistice Day in 1945. The image of them together resonates with the hope and relief that swept through the nation after World War II. But Marion's connection with royalty extended beyond just her time with King George V and Queen Mary. She shared precious moments at Balmoral in 1934, capturing glimpses of Prince George and Princess Marina amidst Scotland's breathtaking landscapes. One iconic photograph showcases King George V and Queen Mary at their first opening of Parliament in 1911. This momentous occasion marked not only a new era for Britain but also highlighted Marion's proximity to power. As she sailed aboard the Britannia with King George and Sir Charles Cust around 1920, Marion experienced firsthand the grandeur associated with royal voyages. Her presence on this majestic vessel symbolized her integral role within the royal household. Queen Mary held a special place in Marion's heart, evident from an enchanting portrait captured by Hay Wrightson in 1937. The warmth between them radiates from every brushstroke—a testament to their deep bond. Throughout her years serving royalty, Marion witnessed countless family gatherings filled with love and joy. One such moment immortalized is when she accompanied Queen Mary alongside Princess Elizabeth during April 1944—an image that encapsulates three generations united by bloodlines and affection. Another snapshot transports us back to the carefree days of childhood as we see Queen Mary surrounded by her beloved granddaughters in the 1930s.