Processions Collection

Dewars advertisement
This advertisement for Dewars " White Label" Scotch whiskey encourages viewers to celebrate the Coronation with " the finest drink in the world"

The Salvation Army Riots at Worthing, Sussex
These images show the Skeleton Army, opponents of the Salvation Army organised by those interested in Sunday drinking, rioting against one of the Salvation Armys religious Sunday processions

The Queen reviews the Grenadier Guards
At the tercentenary parade of the Grenadier Guards at Windsor, the Queen turns to speak to Colonel Sir Thomas Butler, Lieutenant-Colonel of the Regiment. Date: 1956

The Queen arrives in Westminster Abbey (Coronation 1953)
Accompanied by the Bishops of Bath and Wells and Durham, Queen Elizabeth II moves up Westminster Abbey, passing the throne. Date: 1953

India, Kerala, row of elephants decorated with golden headdress and umbrella for the Pooram Festival, low angle side view

Royal Navy parade, Coronation day, 1953
A contingent of the Royal Navy gives a superb display of marching skill as they reach Marble Arch. The three columns are seen at the moment of dividing. 1953

Suffrage Pilgrimage NUWSS 1914
The official programme of the Great Demonstration on Saturday 26th July 1913, when the Pilgrims entered Hyde Park in four processions. Date: 1913 July

Cloth print depicting the sacred Buddha tooth relic in the Perahera in Kandy, Sri Lanka, Asia

Royal procession of James I on the Thames
Royal procession down the River Thames, with regal pomp, surrounded with many boats of guards and musicians

Her Majestys Procession march down Northumberland Avenue led by Colonel B. J. O. Burrows, O.B.E. T.D. and Five Companies of the Foot Guards as they escort the Queens coach to Westminster Abbey for

Winston Churchill on the Coronation route, 1953
Sir Winston Churchills carriage was held up outside Canada House, and in order to pass it the State Coach had to make a difficult turn. The crowd applauded Churchill for his unruffled reaction. 1953

Semana Santa (Holy Week) float outside Seville Cathedral, Seville, Andalucia, Spain, Europe

Eynsham Village Cross
The old cross in the village of Eynsham, Oxfordshire, England, one of two (the other being at nearby Yarnton), marking halting places of religious processions. Date: Medieval

Procession in a Greek Orthodox church, Thessaloniki, Macedonia, Greece, Europe

Greek Orthodox procession on Good Friday, Thessaloniki, Macedonia, Greece, Europe

Icons in Procession
Boys carry holy icons in procession at Desze, Hungary

A traveller in Russia setting out on a journey, 1850
3331090 A traveller in Russia setting out on a journey, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a traveller in Russia setting out on a journey. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Flag of the City and Giants, Corpus Christi Procession, the Ramblas, Barcelona, June 8th
863077 The Flag of the City and Giants, Corpus Christi Procession, the Ramblas, Barcelona, June 8th, 1928 (chalk & w/c on paper) by Bone

Eucharist Congress, Vienna, 1912
3786181 Eucharist Congress, Vienna, 1912; (add.info.: Eucharist Congress, Vienna, 1912. Shown: Papal legate van Rossum. International Catholic gathering.); Lebrecht History

A pagan belief, that holly was a symbol of fertility and eternal life, this took place on the Twelfth Night, burning holly tree branch was carried through the village, followed by a brass band

The Queen in the Gold State Coach passing Hyde Park Corner on her return from Westminster Abbey to Buckingham Palace following her coronation. 2nd June 1953

The Queen in the Gold State Coach passing Charring Cross Road, Trafalgar Square on her way to Westminster Abbey for her coronation. 2nd June 1953

The Carriage Procession of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother with the Second Division, Captains Escort with Standard of the Household Cavalry just after passing through Admiralty Arch

Easter Sunday procession, Ronda, Malaga Province, Andalusia, Spain

Madness And Reason
An illustration which shows two separate processions of people on a red carpet, one representing reason, and the other representing madness

King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra consort in the Gold State Coach. Date: 9 August 1902

The Prince and Princess of Wales (later Edward VII and Alexandra of Denmark) going over the bridge, round on the south side of the river and down back again by the southern approach

Symbolising the true spirit of the peace celebrations, the Cenotaph in Whitehall to "The glorious dead" Sir Douglas Haig (left foreground) saluting as he rode by. Date: 19 July 1919

Troops marching in triumph through the dense crowds of people, passing the Admiralty Arch on the way to the saluting-base, to celebrate the end of World War One. Date: 19 July 1919

At Nice, France, a procession of Red Penitents is watched by Victoria, queen of England, from her carriage Date: 1898

Procession of St Gregory the Great (oil on canvas)
868063 Procession of St Gregory the Great (oil on canvas) by Zucchi, Jacopo (c.1540-96); Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Processione di san Gregorio magno)

Good Friday Procession at Seville (oil on canvas)
471508 Good Friday Procession at Seville (oil on canvas) by Keyser, Nicaise de (1813-87); 372x499 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Procession on the Grand Place of Antwerp, 1848 (oil on canvas)
471550 Procession on the Grand Place of Antwerp, 1848 (oil on canvas) by Ruyten, Jan M. (1813-81); 37.1x59.5 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Big Heads
1927: Giant models in a procession at Southend Carnival advertising Jackamans Pure Bedding. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Transfer of the body of St Clement (fresco)
703252 Transfer of the body of St Clement (fresco) by Italian School; San Clemente, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Pope Clement I (d.99), Saint Clement of Rome

Transfer of the body of St Clement (fresco)
703251 Transfer of the body of St Clement (fresco) by Italian School; San Clemente, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Pope Clement I (d.99), Saint Clement of Rome

A Procession, c. 1898 (w / c)
6199353 A Procession, c.1898 (w/c) by Davidson, George Dutch (1879-1901); 15.4x23.8 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info)

Church Parade of the Scots Greys at Brighton (engraving)
1038187 Church Parade of the Scots Greys at Brighton (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Church Parade of the Scots Greys at Brighton)

Coronation Day, General View of the Procession in Piccadilly on the Homeward Journey (litho)
1040634 Coronation Day, General View of the Procession in Piccadilly on the Homeward Journey (litho) by Brewer, Henry Charles (1866-1950); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coronation Day)

Sir Jung Bahadoor directing a Procession of Seven Hundred Elephants across the Sarda, Nepaul
1059380 Sir Jung Bahadoor directing a Procession of Seven Hundred Elephants across the Sarda, Nepaul, before the Prince (engraving) by Durand

Origins of Christmas - Druids cutting mistletoe, late 19th century (litho)
3315981 Origins of Christmas - Druids cutting mistletoe, late 19th century (litho) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

Origins of Christmas - Druids cutting mistletoe, late 19th century (engraving)
3315925 Origins of Christmas - Druids cutting mistletoe, late 19th century (engraving) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

Fitness Parade
circa 1930: Members of a keep-fit group marching through the streets wearing jumpers with the slogan Fitness Wins. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Student Corps
circa 1930: A German student corps on parade. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Costermongers
1st June 1929: A horse and cart carry the Costermonger woman and her family, all dressed in their pearly costume, to the Costermongers Annual show. (Photo by Fox Photos/Getty Images)

The Procession of the Groom (oil on panel)
3525985 The Procession of the Groom (oil on panel) by Cleve, Maerten van (1527-81); 26 x 37.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: One of a set of four); Photo eChristies Images; Flemish

The Procession of the Bride (oil on panel)
3525984 The Procession of the Bride (oil on panel) by Cleve, Maerten van (1527-81); 26 x 37.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: One of a set of four); Photo eChristies Images; Flemish

Masaks of Fawns and Bacchante, Thyrsuses, one with a top of ivy leaves the other with a pine cone, Amphorae, Tambourin
5200780 Masaks of Fawns and Bacchante, Thyrsuses, one with a top of ivy leaves the other with a pine cone, Amphorae, Tambourin, Cymbals, Rhytons or drinking horns, Patera, the Jynx

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"Captivating Processions: A Tapestry of Tradition, Majesty, and Celebration" From the regal Dewars advertisement to the fervent riots at Worthing by The Salvation Army, they have long been a spectacle that captivates hearts and minds. Witnessing the Queen reviewing the Grenadier Guards or her arrival in Westminster Abbey during her Coronation in 1953 is an awe-inspiring experience that leaves one breathless. Journey to India's Kerala where row upon row of majestic elephants adorned with golden headdresses and umbrellas grace the Pooram Festival - a sight that evokes wonder from every low angle side view. Delve into history as you imagine the grandeur of James I's royal procession on the Thames or join in celebrating Britain's naval might during Coronation day in 1953 with a magnificent Royal Navy parade. Reflect on moments of empowerment as suffragettes march together during NUWSS' Suffrage Pilgrimage in 1914, reminding us of their relentless fight for equality and justice. Immerse yourself in cultural richness as cloth prints depict sacred Buddha tooth relics parading through Kandy's Perahera festival - a vibrant celebration steeped in tradition and spirituality. Relive Winston Churchill's presence along the Coronation route in 1953, symbolizing resilience and leadership amidst historic times for Great Britain. Join Colonel B. J. O leading Her Majesty's Procession down Northumberland Avenue, witnessing unity and honor unfold before your eyes. Experience Semana Santa (Holy Week) outside Seville Cathedral where floats carry religious icons through Andalucia’s streets – an enchanting display merging faith with artistic expression. In these diverse processions lie tales of heritage, devotion, power, resilience, culture, and artistry.