The Lord Mayor of Londons Banquet, 1906

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The Lord Mayor of Londons Banquet, 1906

Richard Burton Haldane (1856-1928) (left), when Secretary of State for War, speaking at the inaugural banquet for the new Lord Mayor of London, Sir William Treloar, 9th November 1906. The insets show (clockwise from top right): The Marquis of Ripon; Chief Justice Moulton; the Japanese Ambassador; Sir William Treloar, Lord Mayor of London. Date: 1906

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1856 Banquet Burton Clockwise Haldane Inaugural Mayor Secretary Speaking Treloar 1928 Insets

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This photograph captures a pivotal moment in London's history as Richard Burton Haldane, the Secretary of State for War, delivers a speech at the inaugural banquet for the new Lord Mayor of London, Sir William Treloar, on the 9th of November 1906. The grand occasion took place at the Guildhall in the heart of the city. Haldane, born in 1856, is depicted on the left side of the image, dressed in formal attire, with a serious yet engaged expression. His significant role in the British government is evident, making his presence at the banquet an important one. In the insets of the photograph, we find an array of distinguished guests. Clockwise from the top right, we see the Marquis of Ripon, a prominent British nobleman and politician; Chief Justice Moulton, who presided over the Court of Common Pleas; and the Japanese Ambassador, representing the Eastern world's growing connection with the British capital. Sir William Treloar, the new Lord Mayor of London, is the central figure in the main image, seated at the head table with a proud and confident demeanor. The banquet marked the beginning of his tenure as the city's chief magistrate and civic leader. This photograph, taken in 1906, offers a glimpse into London's rich history and the diverse array of individuals who shaped its political and social landscape during this period.

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