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Duchess of York - Harrow and Wealdstone Hospitals new wing
The Duke and Duchess of York opened the Stuart Memorial Extension, a new wing of the Harrow and Wealdstone Hospital - May 6th 1931. Terence Carter (aged 5 and a half) presents a bouquet of flowers to the Duchess.
1931
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1931 Bedside Bouquet Carter Duchess Extension Future Harrow Meeting Meets Nurse Patient Presenting Presents Sister Stuart Terence Ward Elizabeth Wealdstone
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In this photograph from the 1930s, the Duchess of York, later known as Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, graciously receives a bouquet of flowers from a young boy named Terence Carter during the opening ceremony of the Stuart Memorial Extension at Harrow and Wealdstone Hospital on May 6, 1931. The Duchess, who would later become the mother of the future King George VI and Queen Elizabeth II, is dressed elegantly in a long, flowing coat and hat, exuding an aura of regality and warmth. She is seated at the bedside of a patient, likely in the new wing of the hospital, which was named in memory of the late Duke of Stuart. The Duchess's visit to the hospital was an important moment in the community, as she took time to meet with patients, nurses, and staff, offering words of encouragement and support. Terence Carter, a bright and curious five-and-a-half-year-old boy, was among those who had the opportunity to present her with a beautiful bouquet of flowers. The Stuart Memorial Extension was a significant addition to the hospital, providing much-needed space and resources for the care of the sick and injured. The Duchess's visit and the opening of the new wing were undoubtedly a source of hope and inspiration for the patients and staff, as they looked forward to the future with renewed optimism and determination. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, capturing a moment of connection and compassion between the Duchess and a young boy, as well as the importance of community and the role of hospitals in providing care and support during challenging times.
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