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King George Laid to Rest, with King Edward VIII and Queen Mary Mounting the Chapel Steps
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King George Laid to Rest, with King Edward VIII and Queen Mary Mounting the Chapel Steps
STC360943 King George Laid to Rest, with King Edward VIII and Queen Mary Mounting the Chapel Steps, 1936 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: from George V and Edward VIII: A Royal Souvenir, by F. G. H. Salusbury, pub. By The Daily Express, 1936; George V (1865-1936); Edward VIII (1894-1972); Queen Mary (1867-1953); ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
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Bearskin Coffin Cortege Guard Guards Hearse Occasion Pallbearer Pallbearers Public Salute Saluting Monarch Mourning Rulers
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King George Laid to Rest - A Moment of Mourning and Unity
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. In this poignant photograph, we witness a solemn moment in British history as King George V is laid to rest. The image captures the profound grief that enveloped the nation on this day in 1936. As the funeral procession makes its way towards the chapel steps, two figures stand out amidst a sea of mourners - King Edward VIII and Queen Mary. The composition exudes both strength and vulnerability as these regal figures ascend the chapel steps, their faces etched with sorrow. Dressed in traditional mourning attire, they pay homage to their beloved father and husband who had ruled over Great Britain for many years. Surrounding them are stoic pallbearers donning bearskin hats, symbolizing their duty to protect and honor their fallen monarch. The royal guards form an impressive ceremonial guard of honor while soldiers salute with utmost respect. This historic occasion brought together not only members of the royal family but also countless individuals from all walks of life who gathered to bid farewell to their revered leader. The grandeur of the hearse carrying King George's coffin is juxtaposed against a backdrop of somber faces reflecting a nation united in grief. Captured by an English photographer whose lens immortalized this significant event, this powerful image serves as a reminder of both loss and resilience within British society. It stands as a testament to the enduring legacy left behind by King George V while offering us a glimpse into a pivotal moment
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