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The Duke and Duchess of York invested as bards - Eisteddfod
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The Duke and Duchess of York invested as bards - Eisteddfod
The Duke and Duchess of York invested as bards at the Welsh National Eisteddfog at Swansea in August, 1926. They were given the bardic names Albert o Efrog and Betsi o Efrog. Pictured here in their ceremonial robes standing on either side of the Archdruid. Twenty years later, their daughter Princess Elizabeth was also invested as a bard - see: picture 10509282. Date: 1926
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In this evocative photograph from 1926, The Duke and Duchess of York, later King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, proudly stand before the Archdruid at the Welsh National Eisteddfod in Swansea, having been invested as bards. The Duke, who would later ascend to the throne, is given the bardic name Albert o Efrog, while the Duchess, who would become the Queen Mother, is known as Betsi o Efrog. The couple's investment as bards represents a significant connection to Welsh culture, as the Eisteddfod is a prestigious annual Welsh cultural festival, showcasing music, poetry, literature, and performance. The Duke and Duchess are depicted here in their ceremonial robes, adorned with traditional Welsh patterns and colors. The Duke wears a long, flowing robe, while the Duchess's garb features a fitted bodice and a voluminous skirt. The couple's investment as bards was a significant event in the 1920s, reflecting the growing interest in Welsh culture and tradition during this period. Twenty years later, their daughter, Princess Elizabeth, would follow in their footsteps and also be invested as a bard at the National Eisteddfod of Wales in 1946. This photograph serves as a reminder of the deep-rooted connection between the British monarchy and Welsh culture, as well as the importance of preserving and celebrating traditional customs and traditions.
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