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London, England - Great Exhibition 1851

London, England - Great Exhibition 1851 - Distant View of glass building and crowds.. Part of Box 177 Boswell collection - Round about London. The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of all Nations was organized by Prince Albert, Henry Cole, Francis Henry, George Wallis, Charles Dilke and other members of the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce as a celebration of modern industrial technology and design. It was arguably a response to the highly successful French Industrial Exposition of 1844: indeed, its prime motive was for Great Britain [to make] clear to the world its role as industrial leaders Date: circa 1897

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© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans

1897 Cole Crowds Dilke Distant Francis Members Nations Organized Wallis Albert


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This photograph captures a distant view of the iconic glass building that housed the Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations, held in London, England, in 1851. The exhibition was a groundbreaking event organized by Prince Albert, Henry Cole, Francis Henry, George Wallis, and Charles Dilke, among others, as a celebration of modern industrial technology and design. With its prime motive being to showcase Great Britain's leading role in industry, the event was a response to the successful French Industrial Exposition of 1844. Thousands of visitors from around the world flocked to the Crystal Palace, as the building was affectionately named, to marvel at the latest innovations and advancements in various industries. The image reveals a sea of people, gathered in awe, surrounding the magnificent glass structure. The Great Exhibition marked a pivotal moment in history, fostering international collaboration and setting the stage for future world's fairs. This photograph, taken circa 1897, is a testament to the enduring legacy of this significant event in London's history.

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