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Edward VII coronation postponed 1902
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Edward VII coronation postponed 1902
When the news that Edward VII, (Prince of Wales at the time), was taken ill with appendicitis two days before the planned Coronation in July, anxious people gathered around Buckingham Palace, to read the bulletin. Illustration showing doctors leaving Buckingham Palace after hes operation. Date: July 1902
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Announcement Appendicitis Buckingham Coronation Crowds Date Delayed Health Postponed 1902
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In the summer of 1902, the anticipation and excitement surrounding the upcoming coronation of Edward VII, then the Prince of Wales, reached a fever pitch in Britain. The grand event was scheduled for July, and people from all walks of life had made preparations to celebrate the momentous occasion. However, two days before the coronation, devastating news broke that the Prince had taken ill with appendicitis. Anxious crowds gathered outside Buckingham Palace, eagerly awaiting any word on the Prince's condition and the fate of the coronation. The air was thick with uncertainty and apprehension as the nation held its breath, hoping for good news. In this poignant illustration from the Mary Evans Picture Library, we see doctors leaving Buckingham Palace after performing an emergency operation on the ailing Prince. The somber expressions on their faces speak volumes about the gravity of the situation, adding to the growing sense of unease among the people. The coronation, which had been meticulously planned for months, was now in jeopardy. The nation waited with bated breath as the Prince's health remained the top priority. The uncertainty surrounding the event cast a shadow over the festivities that were meant to mark the beginning of a new era for the British monarchy. This powerful image captures the mood of the moment, offering a glimpse into the anxiety and anticipation that gripped the nation during this pivotal time in British history. The coronation may have been postponed, but the spirit of the people remained undeterred, as they rallied together in support of their future King.
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