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Queen Mother at the English Speaking Union Dinner, New York
Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel during a visit to New York in 1954 for a dinner of the English Speaking Union. On the left is William V. Griffin, President of the English Speaking Union and Lewis W. Douglas, Chairman of the Union, formerly United States Ambassador in London. Date: 1954
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Bring a piece of royal history to your morning routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring an elegant image of Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother at the English Speaking Union Dinner in New York, 1954. This exquisite photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a memorable moment of the monarch's visit to the Waldorf Astoria Hotel. Each mug is expertly printed with high-quality, vibrant colors, ensuring your favorite image remains clear and vivid. Perfect for tea or coffee, these Photo Mugs make unique and thoughtful gifts for history enthusiasts or as a special treat for yourself. Experience the joy of starting your day with a touch of regal charm.
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Mug Size is 8.1cm high x 9.6cm diameter (3.2" x 3.8")
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In this elegant image from 1954, Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, resplendent in a stunning Norman Hartnell ballgown, graces the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City for a dinner hosted by the English Speaking Union. The Queen Mother's visit to the United States was her first since the death of her husband, King George VI, in 1952. Surrounded by distinguished gentlemen, the Queen Mother is seen in the company of William V. Griffin, President of the English Speaking Union, and Lewis W. Douglas, the Union's Chairman. Douglas, a former United States Ambassador to the Court of St. James's, warmly welcomes the monarch with a smile. The trio exudes an air of refinement and camaraderie, making for a memorable moment in transatlantic relations. The English Speaking Union is an international organization dedicated to fostering friendship and understanding between English-speaking peoples. The dinner, held in the grandeur of the Waldorf Astoria, was an opportunity for the Queen Mother to engage with influential figures from both sides of the Atlantic, further strengthening the bonds between the United States and the United Kingdom. This evocative photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, showcasing the elegance and grace of the Queen Mother and the importance of diplomacy and cross-cultural exchange. It serves as a testament to the enduring connection between the two nations and the role of influential organizations like the English Speaking Union in nurturing these relationships.
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