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Boy Scouts in China celebrating Coronation of George VI
Boy Scouts in Shanghai, China, celebrating the Coronation of George VI by hoisting the flag at the British Consulate. Date: 1937
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Media ID 14161134
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Brass Bugle Celebrating Consulate Coronation Flagpole Hoisting Instrument Jack Patriotic Patriotism Salute Saluting Shanghai Troop 1937 Musical Scout Scouting Scouts
18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
18"x18" (46x46cm) Faux Suede Pillow with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone colored faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
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Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, a group of Boy Scouts in Shanghai, China, proudly celebrate the Coronation of King George VI in 1937. The young scouts, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, gather around the flagpole at the British Consulate, each holding a flag or saluting smartly as they watch their comrade hoist the Union Jack. The brass bugle in the foreground adds a musical note to the scene, underscoring the sense of tradition and patriotism. The year was 1937, and the political climate in Shanghai was tense. The city was a bustling international hub, home to a large expatriate community, including many British citizens. Amidst the backdrop of growing tensions between China and Japan, the Coronation of King George VI provided a moment of unity and celebration for the British community in Shanghai. The scouts, with their disciplined demeanor and sense of duty, embodied the values of the Boy Scouts movement, which had gained popularity in China since its introduction in the early 1900s. The photograph captures a moment of pride and camaraderie, as the young scouts pay tribute to their monarch and their British heritage. The image offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to the 1930s and the unique blend of cultures and communities that thrived in Shanghai during that era. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the enduring power of tradition and the importance of unity in times of uncertainty.
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