Nurses viewing the royal wedding, 1923

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Nurses viewing the royal wedding, 1923

Nurses climbing up a tree in the Mall in a bid to have a view of the passing procession following the marriage of Prince Albert, Duke of York, the future King George VI to Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon in April 1923. Date: 1923

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A Tree-Top View of History: Nurses' Unconventional Vantage Point at the 1923 Royal Wedding In the heart of London's bustling Mall, a unique scene unfolded as the city eagerly awaited the marriage of Prince Albert, Duke of York, to Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon on April 7, 1923. Amidst the throngs of spectators, a group of nurses stood out from the crowd with their unconventional vantage point - atop a tree. The future King George VI and his bride, the Queen Mother, were set to exchange vows at Westminster Abbey, an event that would draw thousands to the city's streets. With the Mall filled to capacity, those unable to secure a position on the ground looked for creative ways to catch a glimpse of the passing procession. In this photograph, a group of nurses can be seen climbing the branches of a tree, their determined expressions and white uniforms a stark contrast against the vibrant greenery. Their commitment to witnessing this historic moment speaks to the dedication and spirit of the nursing profession, even amidst the excitement and chaos of the royal wedding. The tree-top nurses, a testament to the enduring allure of royal events and the lengths people will go to be a part of history, remain an intriguing footnote in the annals of the 1923 royal wedding. This photograph, a window into a bygone era, invites us to reflect on the power of community, the human spirit, and the enduring fascination with the British monarchy.

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