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King George VI and his canopy bearers, coronation
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King George VI and his canopy bearers, coronation
King George VI and his canopy bearers, who are Knights of the Garter, at his Coronation on 12th May 1937. Date: May 1937
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12th Bearers Canopy Coronation Garter Knights Occasion 1937
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In this historic photograph, King George VI, the reigning monarch of the United Kingdom from 1936 until his death in 1952, is seen surrounded by his canopy bearers during his coronation on May 12, 1937. The King, dressed in his regal robes and adorned with the Imperial State Crown, sits confidently on his throne as his Knights of the Garter attend to him. The Knights of the Garter, an order of chivalry founded by King Edward III in 1348, are identified by their distinctive blue mantles and white collars, emblazoned with a garter bearing the motto "Honi Soit Qui Mal Y Pense" (Shame on him who thinks evil of it). The coronation of King George VI took place at Westminster Abbey in London, following the sudden death of his brother, King Edward VIII, who abdicated the throne just months earlier. The event was a significant moment in British history, marking the beginning of a new era for the monarchy and the country. The image captures the grandeur and solemnity of the occasion, with the King's canopy bearers standing proudly behind him, their faces set in expressions of reverence and dedication. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history and tradition of the British monarchy, providing a tangible connection to a bygone era and a reminder of the enduring symbolism and importance of the monarchy in the lives of the British people. The image is a testament to the pageantry and ceremony that surrounds the coronation of a monarch, and a reminder of the deep sense of history and continuity that underpins the institution of the monarchy.
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