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Her Royal Highness Princess Elizabeth drove to Guildhall today, via The Mall, the Strand
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Her Royal Highness Princess Elizabeth drove to Guildhall today, via The Mall, the Strand
Her Royal Highness Princess Elizabeth drove to Guildhall today, via The Mall, the Strand, Fleet Street, Ludgate Hill and Cheapside, to receive the Freedom of the City of London. For the Princess who left Buckingham Palace in a semi-state landau drawn by 4 Greys, it was the first big London ceremony in which she was unaccompanied by other members of the Royal family.
Pictures: Princess Elizabeth with a lady in waiting, pictured in the semi-state landau as the procession passed along Fleet Street on the way to Guildhall.
11 June 1947
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Media ID 11281065
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1940s Horses Nineteen Forties Princess Elizabeth Procession Landau
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This print captures a historic moment in British royalty. Her Royal Highness Princess Elizabeth embarked on a remarkable journey to Guildhall, traversing the iconic streets of London. As she left Buckingham Palace in grandeur, seated elegantly in a semi-state landau drawn by four majestic Greys, it marked her first major London ceremony without the presence of other members of the Royal family. The procession took an enchanting route through The Mall, the Strand, Fleet Street, Ludgate Hill, and Cheapside. Along this path filled with historical significance and bustling city life, Princess Elizabeth's arrival at Guildhall was eagerly anticipated. This extraordinary event unfolded on June 11th, 1947. In this particular snapshot from that memorable day, we witness Princess Elizabeth accompanied by a lady-in-waiting within the luxurious confines of the semi-state landau as they gracefully pass along Fleet Street en route to Guildhall. The image exudes timeless charm with its monochrome aesthetic capturing every detail. Preserved by TopFoto. co. uk for posterity's sake, this photograph is not just an exquisite piece of history but also a testament to Princess Elizabeth's early days before ascending to become Queen Elizabeth II. It serves as a reminder of her gracefulness and poise during one of her most significant public appearances prior to assuming her royal duties.
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