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Queen Caroline refused admittance to Abbey
Queen Caroline (Caroline of Brunswick) refused entry to Westminster Abbey during the Coronation of her husband, King George IV, who had given express instructions that she was not to be admitted. Date: 1821
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1821 Brunswick Caroline Coronation Coronations Entry Refused Westminster Admittance
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This evocative image captures the poignant moment when Queen Caroline of Brunswick was refused entry to Westminster Abbey during the coronation of her husband, King George IV, in 1821. The coronation, a grand and historic event, was a significant moment in British monarchy history, marking the official installation of King George IV as the monarch of the United Kingdom. However, the day was also marred by the bitter estrangement between the king and his wife. Queen Caroline, a German princess, had long been an object of scandal and controversy in British society. Her extravagant lifestyle, rumored affairs, and public feuds with her husband had made her an unpopular figure among the public. In response, King George IV issued explicit instructions that his wife was not to be admitted to the coronation ceremony. Despite her husband's decree, Queen Caroline arrived at Westminster Abbey, hoping to attend the coronation and reconcile with her husband. However, as seen in this photograph, she was refused entry by the Abbey's officials, who barred her way at the gates. The image captures the queen's dejected expression, her regal attire, and the determined set of her jaw, as she stands before the closed doors of the Abbey, a symbol of her unwavering determination and dignity in the face of rejection. The coronation of King George IV and the subsequent refusal of Queen Caroline's entry remain a fascinating chapter in British royal history, a reminder of the complexities and contradictions of royal life, and the enduring power of tradition and ceremony in shaping the monarchy and the nation.
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