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Duke and Duchess of York - Rotorua District - Apirana Ngata
Duke and Duchess of York visiting the Rotorua District - pictured with Sir Apirana Ngata, parliamentary representative of the Eastern Maori people. They are both wearing robes presented to them during the gathering. Date: 1927
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Future Official Rotorua Royals Sixth Visiting Visits Zealand 1927 Albert
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Mug Size is 9.6cm high x 8.1cm diameter (3.8" x 3.2")
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In this striking photograph from 1927, the Duke and Duchess of York, later King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, are seen paying a visit to the Rotorua District in New Zealand. The Duke, who would ascend to the throne in 1936, is dressed in full regalia, wearing the Order of the Bath insignia on his chest and a white uniform with red sash. The Duchess, future Queen Mother Elizabeth, is equally resplendent in a long, flowing gown adorned with intricate beadwork and a tiara. The royal couple is joined by Sir Apirana Ngata, the parliamentary representative of the Eastern Maori people. Ngata, a prominent political figure and intellectual, is dressed in traditional Maori attire, including a cloak and feather headdress. The three figures stand in front of a backdrop of lush greenery, with the waters of Lake Rotorua visible in the background. The occasion of this meeting was likely a formal gathering to acknowledge the Duke and Duchess' visit to New Zealand, which began in January 1927. The Duke and Duchess were welcomed with great fanfare throughout their tour of the country, which included visits to Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch, among other places. Sir Apirana Ngata, who would go on to serve as the first Maori Cabinet Minister in New Zealand's government, was a key figure in promoting Maori rights and representation in the political sphere. His presence in this photograph underscores the importance of cultural exchange and diplomacy during the Duke and Duchess' visit to New Zealand in the 1920s. This photograph is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of New Zealand and the enduring legacy of the British monarchy in the country. It offers a glimpse into a bygone era, capturing the essence of a historic moment in the relationship between the United Kingdom and New Zealand.
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