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Visit of Queen Mother to Gibraltar
Visit of Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother to Gibraltar, April 1961. Seen here greeting R Norton, the Scout Commissioner. With her in the car is the local Chief Scout, Governor and Commander in Chief of Gibraltar, General Sir Charles Frederic Keightley. Date: 1961
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1961 Chief Commissioner Frederic Gibraltar Governor Greeting Norton Elizabeth Scout Scouting Scouts
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This photograph captures a historic moment in Gibraltar's history as Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, pays a visit to the British Overseas Territory in April 1961. In the image, the Queen Mother is seen stepping out of a car, warmly greeting R. Norton, the Scout Commissioner, with a smile. Accompanying her in the vehicle is the local Chief Scout, Governor and Commander in Chief of Gibraltar, General Sir Charles Frederic Keightley. The Queen Mother's visit to Gibraltar was an important occasion, symbolizing the strong connection between the British monarchy and the people of Gibraltar. The presence of the Scout Commissioner and the Chief Scout in the photograph highlights the significance of the Scouting movement in Gibraltar during that era. The photograph offers a glimpse into the 1960s, an era marked by post-war optimism and the continued influence of the British Empire. The image of the Queen Mother, a revered figure, interacting with the local community, underscores the sense of unity and tradition that defined the period. General Sir Charles Frederic Keightley, an experienced military leader, stands proudly beside the Queen Mother, reflecting the strategic importance of Gibraltar as a British military stronghold. The image of the Queen Mother's visit to Gibraltar serves as a poignant reminder of the rich history and enduring ties between the British monarchy and the people of Gibraltar.
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