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Queen Victorias first visit to Scotland, 1842: Inspecting Mons Meg at Edinburgh Castle
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Queen Victorias first visit to Scotland, 1842: Inspecting Mons Meg at Edinburgh Castle
Queen Victorias first visit to Scotland, 1842: Inspecting Mons Meg at Edinburgh Castle, (1901). Victoria is shown the six-tonne siege gun, built in 1449 and named after the town of Mons in Belgium where it was made. It is still on display at Edinburgh Castle. From " The Illustrated London News Record of the Glorious Reign of Queen Victoria 1837-1901: The Life and Accession of King Edward VII. and the Life of Queen Alexandra". [London, 1901]
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Queen Victoria's Historic Visit to Scotland - A Glimpse into the Past
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. In this photo print, we are transported back to a momentous occasion in history - Queen Victoria's first visit to Scotland in 1842. The image captures a significant chapter of British monarchy as Queen Victoria inspects Mons Meg, an awe-inspiring six-tonne siege gun at Edinburgh Castle. Built in 1449 and named after the Belgian town of Mons where it originated, Mons Meg stands tall as a symbol of power and military might. This remarkable cannon has witnessed centuries of warfare and fortifications, making it an invaluable piece of Scottish heritage that still proudly graces the grounds of Edinburgh Castle today. The photograph offers us a rare glimpse into the life and reign of Queen Victoria, known as Alexandrina Victoria during her early years on the throne. As she stands before this colossal weapon with grace and curiosity, we witness her fascination with technology and weaponry - aspects that played crucial roles during her era. This image is part of "The Illustrated London News Record" which chronicles the glorious reign of Queen Victoria from 1837 to 1901. It serves as a testament to her enduring legacy as one of Britain's longest-reigning monarchs. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded not only of Queen Victoria's historic visit but also how photographs have the power to transport us through time, allowing us to connect with our past in ways unimaginable before.
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