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Cathedral service, recovery of King George V
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Cathedral service, recovery of King George V
Cathedral service with George V, Queen Mary and royal family. The Nation gives thanks for the recovery of the King. The Dean of Westminster pronouncing the words: God Save the King, God Save the Realm, God Give us Thankful Hearts, from the steps of the Presbytery in Westminster Abbey, on Sunday morning, 7 July 1929. Date: 1929
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Congregation Dean Hearts Matania Morning Nation Presbytery Realm Recovery Save Sunday Thankful Thanksgiving Westminster 1929
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1. Title: A National Thanksgiving: The Cathedral Service Marking the Recovery of King George V in Westminster Abbey, 1929 This evocative photograph captures a significant moment in British history as the nation came together to express its gratitude for the recovery of King George V following his illness. The scene unfolds at Westminster Abbey in London on a sunlit Sunday morning, 7 July 1929. The monarch, accompanied by Queen Mary and their royal family, join the congregation in the hallowed halls of the cathedral for a special service of thanksgiving. The image showcases the majesty of the occasion, with the King and Queen seated on the steps of the Presbytery, surrounded by their children and other members of the royal household. The congregation, filled with a sense of relief and joy, gazes up at the royal family with reverence and appreciation. At the center of the scene, the Dean of Westminster, clad in his ceremonial robes, delivers the words that would echo through the Abbey and beyond: "God Save the King, God Save the Realm, God Give us Thankful Hearts." These powerful words encapsulated the collective hope and aspirations of the British people, who were eager to express their loyalty and devotion to their monarch and their country. This photograph, taken by renowned artist Matania, offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of British history during the 1920s. The 20s, a decade marked by social change and political upheaval, saw the continuity and resilience of the monarchy as a symbol of national unity and tradition. This poignant image serves as a testament to the enduring power of faith, family, and the collective spirit of the British people.
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