Franco British Exhibition Collection

Court of Honour, Coronation Exhibition, London, 1911. Creator: Unknown
Court of Honour, Coronation Exhibition, London, 1911. Mughal style buildings. The Coronation Exhibition, at White City in west London

Court of Honour by night, Coronation Exhibition, London, 1911. Creator: Unknown
Court of Honour by night, Coronation Exhibition, London, 1911. Mughal style buildings. The Coronation Exhibition, at White City in west London

Ballymaclinton, Irish village, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908. Artist: R Welch
Ballymaclinton, Irish village, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908. The Franco-British Exhibition of 1908 celebrated the Entente Cordiale which had been signed by the United Kingdom

Spratts Patent Ltd, Franco-British Exhibition (b / w photo)
3657122 Spratts Patent Ltd, Franco-British Exhibition (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spratts Patent Ltd, Franco-British Exhibition)

The Flip-Flap, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 (photo)
560009 The Flip-Flap, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Flip-Flap, Franco-British Exhibition, London)

Franco-British Exhibition, Main entrance (photo)
560007 Franco-British Exhibition, Main entrance (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Franco-British Exhibition)

The Olympic Games at the Franco-British Exhibition (litho)
3104239 The Olympic Games at the Franco-British Exhibition (litho) by Elcock, Howard K. (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Olympic Games at the Franco-British Exhibition)

Irish girl having her fortune told (colour litho)
3102601 Irish girl having her fortune told (colour litho) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Irish girl having her fortune told)

Irish girls making carpets (colour litho)
3102600 Irish girls making carpets (colour litho) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Irish girls making carpets)

Swan Boat, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 (photo)
560008 Swan Boat, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Swan Boat, Franco-British Exhibition, London)

Colleens Dancing, Ballymaclinton, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 (colour photo)
3093119 Colleens Dancing, Ballymaclinton, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colleens Dancing)

Cascade, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 (colour photo)
3096711 Cascade, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cascade, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908)

Round tower, Ballymaclinton, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 (colour photo)
3627260 Round tower, Ballymaclinton, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Round tower, Ballymaclinton)

Court of Arts from Congress Hall, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 (photo)
560010 Court of Arts from Congress Hall, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Court of Arts from Congress Hall)

Court of Honour, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 (photo)
560006 Court of Honour, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Court of Honour, Franco-British Exhibition, London)

Old English Garden, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 (colour photo)
3096685 Old English Garden, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old English Garden)

Congress Hall, Coronation Exhibition, London, 1911. Creator: Unknown
Congress Hall, Coronation Exhibition, London, 1911. Mughal style buildings. The Coronation Exhibition, at White City in west London

Garden of the Floating Isle, Coronation Exhibition, London, 1911. Creator: Unknown
Garden of the Floating Isle, Coronation Exhibition, London, 1911. The Coronation Exhibition, at White City in west London

Court of Arts, Coronation Exhibition, London, 1911. Creator: Unknown
Court of Arts, Coronation Exhibition, London, 1911. The Coronation Exhibition, at White City in west London, was held to celebrate the coronation of King George V and Mary of Teck on 22 June 1911

French East Africa Palace, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908

Scenic railway, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908. Artist: Valentine & Sons
Scenic railway, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908

Jumbos Joy in the Hot Weather, cover of The Illustrated London News
XJF438415 Jumbos Joy in the Hot Weather, cover of The Illustrated London News, July 4th 1908 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

A state ceremony in a hopeless downpour of rain, from The Illustrated London News
XJF438416 A state ceremony in a hopeless downpour of rain, from The Illustrated London News, May 23rd 1908 (engraving) by Begg

Franco Exhibition
May 1908: Visitors enjoying a boat ride in the Court of Honour at the Franco-British Exhibition at White City, London. (Photo by London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

FRANCO-BRITISH EXHIBITION. King Edward VII of Great Britain (center-left, hand on umbrella) converses with his guest, President Clement-Armand Fallieres of France

Franco-British Fair
circa 1907: The site and start of the construction of the Franco-British Exhibition at White City, London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Exhibition Pay
May 1908: Workers who are constructing the Franco-British Exhibition are viewed queuing up to receive their wages on a Saturday afternoon. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Franco-British Fair
June 1908: The visitors pack the stands round the band stand in the Elite Gardens at the Franco-British Exhibition, 1908. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Franco-British Fair
June 1908: General view of the Franco-British Exhibition at White City, London, taken from the Flip-Flap allowing all the spectacular buildings to be seen. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

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The Franco-British Exhibition, held in London in 1911, was a grand display of cultural exchange and technological advancements. The Court of Honour, the centerpiece of the exhibition, showcased the magnificence of both French and British craftsmanship. Illuminated by night, it transformed into a mesmerizing spectacle that left visitors in awe. Among the highlights was the Coronation Exhibition, which celebrated King George V's ascension to the throne. This event brought together people from all walks of life to commemorate this historic moment with pride and joy. One notable exhibitor was Spratts Patent Ltd. , whose presence at the exhibition demonstrated their innovative contributions to pet care products. Their black-and-white photo captured their dedication to quality and excellence. Another attraction that captivated attendees was "The Flip-Flap, " an intriguing invention showcased during a previous edition of the exhibition in 1908. Its unique design fascinated onlookers as they marveled at its mechanical movements. Visitors were also treated to various cultural displays throughout the exhibition. Irish girls could be seen having their fortunes told or skillfully making carpets with intricate designs. These colorful lithographs depicted moments filled with tradition and charm. For those seeking entertainment, there were thrilling rides like the Swan Boat that took guests on enchanting journeys across waterways within the exhibition grounds. Colleens dancing at Ballymaclinton provided a lively atmosphere where traditional Irish music echoed through every step taken by these talented performers. Nature lovers found solace near a breathtaking cascade featured within one corner of this expansive event space. The vibrant colors captured in photographs transported viewers into a world where beauty met innovation seamlessly. Additionally, sports enthusiasts had something special awaiting them -the Olympic Games held within this very same venue. Athletes from different nations competed fiercely while embodying unity and friendly competition – values cherished by both France and Britain alike. The Franco-British Exhibition truly embodied collaboration between two great nations.