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The Queen in the Scottish National Service in St. Giles Cath
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The Queen in the Scottish National Service in St. Giles Cath
The newly-crowned Queen Elizabeth II, attends the Scottish National Service of Dedication and Thanksgiving at the High Kirk of Edinburgh (St Giles Cathedral). The ceremony involved the crown, sceptre and sword to the Queen who accepted it and then presented it back to the Bearer. The service took place on 24 June, 22 days after the Queens Coronation. Date: 1953
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1953 Ceremony Coronation Dedication Edinburgh Kirk Monarchy Regalia Ritual Sceptre Scot Land Sovereign Symbolic Symbols Thanks Giving Elizabeth
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II participates in the Scottish National Service of Dedication and Thanksgiving at the historic St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh, Scotland, on June 24, 1953. The ceremony took place 22 days after the Queen's coronation in Westminster Abbey, London, marking her formal acceptance of her role as Monarch of Scotland. Surrounded by the ornate architecture of the High Kirk of Edinburgh, the newly-crowned Queen is seen in a regal and poised manner as she receives the Scottish regalia - the crown, sceptre, and sword of state - from the Bearer. The symbolic transfer of these ancient symbols of Scottish monarchy represents the union of the English and Scottish crowns under one sovereign, a significant moment in British history. The Queen's acceptance of the regalia is a symbolic act of her commitment to the Scottish people and their traditions. After receiving the items, she presents them back to the Bearer, signifying her duty to uphold the values and customs of the Scottish nation. This poignant moment in the history of the British monarchy is captured in this photograph, which showcases the rich heritage and cultural significance of the Scottish people and their connection to their sovereign. The ceremony at St Giles Cathedral is an enduring reminder of the deep-rooted traditions and the unity of the United Kingdom.
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