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Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887
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Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887
Queen Victoria passing under the screen after the thanksgiving service in Westminister Abbey, London.
21 June 1887
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1887 50th Anniversary Fiftieth Jubilee Jubilees Thanksgiving Westminister
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This evocative photograph captures a significant moment in British history: Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee in 1887. The image shows the monarch, dressed in her regal robes and adorned with the Diamond Jubilee necklace, passing under the ornate screen of Westminster Abbey following the thanksgiving service on June 21, 1887. The Golden Jubilee marked the fifty-year anniversary of Queen Victoria's reign, an unprecedented milestone in British monarchy. The day was filled with grand celebrations, including a procession through the streets of London, a banquet at the Guildhall, and a thanksgiving service at Westminster Abbey. The thanksgiving service was a moment of reflection and gratitude for the Queen's long and successful reign. The Abbey was filled with dignitaries, members of the royal family, and thousands of citizens, all gathered to pay tribute to their beloved monarch. As Queen Victoria passes under the screen, she is greeted by the Archbishop of Canterbury and the Dean of Westminster, who present her with a Bible as a symbol of her duty to govern and uphold the laws of the land. The solemn expression on the Queen's face and the reverent atmosphere of the Abbey create a powerful sense of history and tradition. This photograph is a testament to the enduring legacy of Queen Victoria, who remains an iconic figure in British history and a symbol of strength, resilience, and continuity. The Golden Jubilee of 1887 was a moment of national pride and unity, and this image captures the essence of that spirit.
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