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Wedding of Prince Albert and Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon
Prince Albert, Duke of York (later King George VI), and Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon (later Queen Elizabeth consort), on their wedding day at Westminster Abbey, London, with the grooms parents George V and Queen Mary standing in the background. Date: 26 April 1923
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This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the historic moment of the wedding ceremony between Prince Albert, Duke of York, and Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, which took place on the 26th of April, 1923, at the hallowed Westminster Abbey in London. The Duke of York, who would later ascend to the throne as King George VI, is seen in his full regal attire, adorned with the Star and Garter insignia, as he exchanges vows with his beloved bride, the future Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. In the background, the proud parents of the groom, King George V and Queen Mary, look on approvingly from a distance. King George V, dressed in his formal robes and adorned with the Order of the Garter, cuts an imposing figure, while Queen Mary, in her elegant gown and diamond diadem, exudes a sense of grace and elegance. The wedding of Prince Albert and Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon was a grand affair, attended by members of the royal family, dignitaries, and high society. The ceremony was conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury, with music provided by the Chapel Royal. The newlyweds later made their way through the streets of London in an open-top carriage, waving to the cheering crowds. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the history of the British monarchy, capturing the joy and pomp of a royal wedding, as well as the enduring love between the Duke and Duchess of York, who would go on to weather the challenges of the abdication crisis and lead the country through the tumultuous years of World War II.
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