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Death of King George V - the last bulletin
Death of King George V - the last bulletin, 20th January 1936. Date: 1936
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Away Bulletin Dead Died Letter Note Notice Official Passed Sandringham 1935 1936 January Notification
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant photograph captures the moment of solemn announcement, as the British people received the news of the demise of their beloved King George V. The date is 20th January 1936, and the setting is the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, England. King George V, who had reigned for over 25 years, had been ailing for some time, and his death, though expected, came as a profound shock to the nation. The image portrays a uniformed military officer, holding a leather-bound dispatch box, delivering a notice to an elderly gentleman, who stands with a look of deep sadness and concern. The notice, bearing the official seal of the monarchy, confirms the sad news that had been kept under wraps for hours. The officer's expression is one of respect and duty, as he delivers the heavy burden of the message to the waiting recipient. The photograph encapsulates the mood of the time, as the country prepared to mourn the loss of its monarch and begin the process of selecting a new king. The era of the 1930s, with its economic hardships and political instability, was about to enter a new chapter, and the passing of King George V marked the end of an era. This image, a poignant reminder of a significant moment in British history, stands as a testament to the enduring symbolism of the monarchy and the deep connection between the people and their monarch.
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