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The Queen visits Port Sunlight as part of its 100th birthday celebrations
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The Queen visits Port Sunlight as part of its 100th birthday celebrations
The Queen visits Port Sunlight as part of its 100th birthday celebrations. Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh arrive aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia with their grandchildren Peter and Zara Phillips. 8th August 1988
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Liverpool Echo
Mirrorpix
The Wirral
England
LE 1988 08 08 192
Media ID 21808737
© Mirrorpix
Boat Centenary Model Village Port Sunlight Unilever Wirral Yacht 1988
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In this photo print, we witness a momentous occasion as Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh grace the picturesque village of Port Sunlight during its 100th birthday celebrations. The year is 1988, and aboard the majestic Royal Yacht Britannia, the royal couple arrives accompanied by their beloved grandchildren Peter and Zara Phillips. As they step ashore onto Wirral's enchanting shores, one cannot help but be captivated by the regal presence exuded by Her Majesty. The Queen's radiant smile reflects her genuine delight in joining these festivities that mark a century since Port Sunlight's inception. This model village stands as a testament to architectural beauty and community spirit. The photograph encapsulates not only royalty but also history itself - an image frozen in time from the vibrant 1980s. It serves as a reminder of an era where grandeur met simplicity; where tradition intertwined with progress. Port Sunlight owes its existence to Unilever, yet this particular snapshot does not delve into commercial aspects. Instead, it focuses on the joyous visit paid by Britain's monarch to celebrate this centenary milestone alongside her loving family. This remarkable print transports us back to that summer day in August when Port Sunlight basked under royal attention. It immortalizes a cherished memory for all who were fortunate enough to witness such an extraordinary event unfold amidst the tranquil waters surrounding Wirral - forever etched within our collective consciousness through Memory Lane Prints' lens.
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