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Festival of Empire exhibition, 1911
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Festival of Empire exhibition, 1911
The Empire at the Palace: a one-and-a-half mile worlds tour. The Festival of Empire at the Crystal Palace (held from May to October 1911), featured the All-Red route, a tour by specially-built electric railway and mechanical boat, around reconstructions of various parts of the British Empire, and past buildings representing the Overseas Dominions. 1. Canadian Building; 2. Indian Building and Bazaar; 3. Australian Building; 4. New Zealand Building; 5. South African Building; 6. Newfoundland Building; 7. Grand Truck Railway Building; 8. Tudor Castle and Street; 9. Part of the Amphitheatre; 10. Scene of the Pageant of London; 11. Floriculture Section; 12. All-Red railway line; 13. Medieval Maze; 14. Sports Ground; 15. Ground for Outdoor Spectacles; 16. Amusements Ground; 16a. Wait and See Tower; 17. Small Holdings and Country Life Ground; 18. Old English Fair Ground; 19. Boats and Fisheries, House-boat and Motor-launch exhibition; 20. Empire Avenue. Date: 1911
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The Festival of Empire at the Crystal Palace, held from May to October 1911, was a grand celebration of the British Empire's vast reach and diversity. This photograph offers a glimpse into the one-and-a-half mile tour, showcasing various reconstructions and representations of different parts of the Empire. Starting at the Canadian Building (1), visitors were transported through an intricately detailed recreation of Canadian architecture. The Indian Building and Bazaar (2) followed, where visitors could explore the vibrant colors and textures of Indian culture. The Australian Building (3) and New Zealand Building (4) showcased the unique landscapes and architectural styles of these distant lands. As the tour continued, the South African Building (5) and Newfoundland Building (6) offered insights into the rich history and natural resources of these territories. The Grand Truck Railway Building (7) represented the industrial might of the Empire, while the Tudor Castle and Street (8) offered a glimpse into the past. The tour took visitors past various attractions such as the Amphitheatre (9), the Pageant of London (10), Floriculture Section (11), and the All-Red railway line (12) that connected it all. The Medieval Maze (13) provided a fun and challenging detour, while the Sports Ground (14) and Ground for Outdoor Spectacles (15) offered entertainment for all ages. Visitors could also explore the Amusements Ground (16), featuring the Wait and See Tower (16a), or visit the Small Holdings and Country Life Ground (17) and Old English Fair Ground (18) for a taste of rural England. The Boats and Fisheries, House-boat and Motor-launch exhibition (19) showcased the latest innovations in maritime technology, and Empire Avenue (20) offered a scenic route to take it all in. This photograph captures the spirit of the Festival of Empire, a testament to the vastness and diversity of the British Empire at the turn of the 20th century.
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