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Inauguration of Wellington College, Sandhurst: Arrival of Queen Victoria, 1859, (1901)
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Inauguration of Wellington College, Sandhurst: Arrival of Queen Victoria, 1859, (1901)
Inauguration of Wellington College, Sandhurst: Arrival of Queen Victoria, January 29, 1859, (1901). Wellington College, a public school at Sandhurst in Berkshire, was founded by Queen Victoria and the Earl of Derby in 1859 as the national monument to the Duke of Wellington. From " The Illustrated London News Record of the Glorious Reign of Queen Victoria 1837-1901: The Life and Accession of King Edward VII. and the Life of Queen Alexandra". [London, 1901]
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The print captures the historic moment of the Inauguration of Wellington College in Sandhurst, Berkshire, in 1859. Queen Victoria, accompanied by the Earl of Derby, arrives at the college to mark its foundation as a national monument dedicated to the Duke of Wellington. This significant event is documented in "The Illustrated London News Record of the Glorious Reign of Queen Victoria 1837-1901: The Life and Accession of King Edward VII. and the Life of Queen Alexandra" published in London in 1901. In this image from the late 19th century, we see a grand building that represents education and enlightenment. The ceremonial atmosphere is palpable as crowds gather outside to witness this royal event. People eagerly await their monarch's arrival with anticipation visible on their faces. Queen Victoria herself stands out among her subjects, exuding regal grace and authority. As Empress of India and Queen of Great Britain and Ireland, she symbolizes power and influence not only within her realm but also across continents. This photograph serves as a testament to both historical significance and architectural beauty. It encapsulates an era when public schools were established as symbols of national pride while honoring esteemed figures such as the Duke of Wellington. Preserved through time, this image allows us to glimpse into a past where tradition meets progress—a reminder that education has always been valued for shaping future generations' minds within British society.
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