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Women Minister officiating a wedding
The Reverend Miss Vera Findlay, Minister at the Stewartville Congregational Church, Partick, Glasgow, signing the register after having conducted a marriage ceremony in Scotland. It was the first marriage in the British Isles to be officiated by a female
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Ceremony Conducted Congregational Findlay Glasgow Isles Minister Register Reverend Scot Land Signing Vera 1928 Miss Officiating Partick
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1. Title: "A Pioneering Moment in Scottish Marriage History: Reverend Miss Vera Findlay Officiates a Wedding in Glasgow, 1928" 2. Description: This evocative black-and-white photograph captures a pivotal moment in Scottish and British marital history. The image shows Reverend Miss Vera Findlay, Minister at the Stewartville Congregational Church in Partick, Glasgow, as she signs the marriage register following the conclusion of a ceremony she had conducted. This was the first marriage to be officiated by a woman in the British Isles, marking a significant shift in gender roles and religious traditions. 3. Date and Location: The photograph was taken on November 21, 1928, in Glasgow, Scotland. The Stewartville Congregational Church, located in Partick, served as the historic venue for this groundbreaking event. 4. Background: Reverend Miss Vera Findlay made headlines when she was granted permission by the Scottish Home Office to conduct marriages, becoming the first woman in the British Isles to do so. Her appointment challenged societal norms and paved the way for future generations of female ministers and clergy members. 5. Historical Significance: This photograph is a testament to the changing role of women in religious and societal institutions during the early 20th century. The image not only represents a milestone in Scottish and British marital history but also symbolizes the growing influence of women in various aspects of public life. 6. Keywords: Scotland, Glasgow, Stewartville Congregational Church, Partick, Reverend Miss Vera Findlay, Minister, Marriage, Wedding, 1928, Register, Signing, Nov, History, British Isles, First Female, Officiated, Women's Rights, Religion, Gender Roles, 17th of July, ILN, Import, Dec, 21st.
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