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Royal Wedding 1947 - crowds at Romsey
Huge crowd of well wishers waiting in the churchyard of Romsey Abbey to catch a glimpse of the newlywed Princess Elizabeth and Duke of Edinburgh. The couple spent their honeymoon at the Mountbatten country home of Broadlands at Romsey, attracting much interest and depriving them somewhat of privacy. Date: 1947
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A Sea of Well-Wishers: The Royal Wedding of 1947 at Romsey Abbey This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the excitement and anticipation of a historic moment in British history. The scene is the churchyard of Romsey Abbey, where thousands of people have gathered to catch a glimpse of the newlywed Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh as they leave the Abbey following their marriage on November 20, 1947. The couple's choice of Romsey as the location for their honeymoon at the Mountbatten country home of Broadlands added to the interest and attracted even larger crowds. The photograph shows a sea of onlookers, their faces filled with joy and curiosity, as they wait patiently for a glimpse of the royal couple. The women in the crowd are dressed in their Sunday best, their hats and coats adding a touch of elegance to the scene. The men, many in suits and hats, stand respectfully at the back of the crowd. The atmosphere is one of celebration and unity, as the people of Romsey and beyond come together to share in the joy of the royal wedding. Despite the interest and excitement, the couple's honeymoon was somewhat disrupted by the crowds and the constant attention from the press. The privacy they had hoped for was elusive, but the newlyweds took it in stride, no doubt knowing that their union marked the beginning of a new era for the British monarchy. This photograph is a testament to the enduring power of royal events to bring people together and create lasting memories. It is a reminder of a time when the simple act of a royal wedding could capture the imagination of the world and inspire a sense of community and hope.
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