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Greetings Card : The third Royal Party descends the inclined shaft, Botallack Mine, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. 24th July 1865
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The third Royal Party descends the inclined shaft, Botallack Mine, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. 24th July 1865
The Prince and Princess of Wales, later to become King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, were in the first skip to descend the inclined Boscawen Shaft. Pictured here are the Duke of St Albans, the Earl of Mount Edgecumbe, Captain de Grey and Edward St Aubyn. In this photograph, the despatching party, seen in TRURI : 2011.11.7, have stepped back into the housing. The brakesman, Captain John Rowe has taken his position in the rear of the skip. The Crowns pumping engine house is on the right. Photographer: Robert H. Preston
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TRURI : 2011.11.6
Media ID 15389301
© From the collection of the RIC
Greetings Card (7"x5")
"Step back in time with our exquisite greeting cards from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating design features a historic moment from the Royal Cornwall Museum: "The third Royal Party descends the inclined shaft, Botallack Mine, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. 24th July 1865." Witness the Prince and Princess of Wales, later King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, as they make their descent in the first skip of the Boscawen Shaft. These beautifully crafted cards are the perfect way to add a touch of history and charm to your correspondence. Impress your loved ones with a piece of the past. Order yours today!"
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This print takes us back to a significant moment in history - the descent of the third Royal Party into the depths of Botallack Mine, located in St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. Dated 24th July 1865, this image captures an extraordinary event attended by distinguished guests including the Prince and Princess of Wales (later known as King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra). The photograph showcases a group of notable figures who accompanied the royal couple on their underground adventure. Among them are the Duke of St Albans, the Earl of Mount Edgecumbe, Captain de Grey, and Edward St Aubyn. As they stand near the inclined Boscawen Shaft entrance, we can see that they have stepped back into a protective housing while preparing for their descent. Intriguingly, at the rear of the skip stands Captain John Rowe - responsible for operating its brakes. The Crowns pumping engine house looms on the right side of this remarkable scene. Taken by photographer Robert H. Preston, this historic snapshot offers us a glimpse into an era when mining played a vital role in Cornwall's economy. It serves as a reminder not only of these esteemed individuals but also pays homage to Cornish miners' hard work and dedication
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