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Royal christening of the Crown Prince of Yugoslavia
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Royal christening of the Crown Prince of Yugoslavia
Walking in procession to the royal chapel in Belgrade for the baptism of the infant Crown Prince; guests included the Duke of York, the Duchess of York, the Queen of Greece, the Queen of Romania and the King of Romania. The Duke and Duchess of York acted as Koom and Koomitsa (sponsors, or godfather and godmother) to the baby. Date: 1923
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Baptism Belgrade Chapel Christening Duchess Godfather Godmother Guests Infant Procession Romania Sponsors Yugoslavia
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In this historic photograph, taken in 1923, we witness the grand procession making its way towards the Royal Chapel in Belgrade for the baptism of the infant Crown Prince of Yugoslavia. The regal event was graced by the presence of several distinguished European royals, including the Duke and Duchess of York, who acted as the Koom and Koomitsa, or godfather and godmother, to the baby prince. The Duke and Duchess of York, later known as King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, are seen here in their formal attire, walking alongside King Alexander I of Yugoslavia and Queen Maria of Romania, as well as the Queen of Greece and the King of Romania. The Duke of York wears a military uniform, complete with decorations and a sash, while the Duchess is elegantly dressed in a long, flowing gown and a matching hat adorned with a feather. The procession moves slowly and solemnly towards the chapel, where the infant Crown Prince will be baptized in the presence of his royal family and godparents. The occasion marks an important moment in the history of the House of Karađorđević and the Kingdom of Yugoslavia, as the future monarch takes his first steps into the world of adulthood and royal responsibility. The Duke and Duchess of York's role as godparents to the Crown Prince of Yugoslavia was a significant one, reflecting the close ties between the British and Yugoslavian monarchies at the time. The image captures the grandeur and pageantry of a royal christening, offering a glimpse into the rich history and traditions of European royalty.
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