The South Africans arrive for the 1937 Coronation
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The South Africans arrive for the 1937 Coronation
The scene outside Waterloo Station as 150 officers and men forming the South African Coronation contingent started their march to Wellington Barracks after leaving the Gloucester Castle boat train. Later on their day of arrival, they marched through London to South Africa House where they were welcomed by Mr te Water, the High Commissioner for the Union and General Hertzog, the South African Prime Minister. Date: 1937
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This evocative photograph captures the moment the South African contingent of 150 officers and men arrived in London for the historic 1937 Coronation of King George VI. The scene outside Waterloo Station shows the soldiers, clad in their colonial uniforms, disembarking from the Gloucester Castle boat train after their long journey from South Africa. With pride and determination etched on their faces, they prepare to march towards Wellington Barracks, marking the beginning of their day of arrival in the British capital. The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth was a grand imperial spectacle, attended by representatives from all corners of the Commonwealth. The South African contingent, led by General J.B.M. Hertzog, the South African Prime Minister, and Mr te Water, the High Commissioner for the Union of South Africa, was a significant presence in the event. Later that day, the South African soldiers marched through the streets of London, drawing the admiration and awe of the crowds that lined the route. The procession culminated in a warm welcome at South Africa House, where they were officially received and celebrated their participation in this historic occasion. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a tangible link to the rich history of the Coronation and the role of the South African contingent in this grand imperial event. The scene outside Waterloo Station stands as a testament to the strong bonds of unity and shared history that connected the peoples of the British Empire during this era.
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