Historical pictures and information about London.
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What: A Golden Jubilee Portrait of Queen Victoria Smiling
When: June 21st, 1887
Story: Another extremely rare photograph of Queen Victoria smiling and possibly laughing. Taken in 1887 as part of her Golden Jubilee celebrations.
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What: The Strand Decorated For Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee
When: 1897
Where: The Strand, City of Westminster, London
Story: A photo showing what the Strand looked like in 1897 in preparation for Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee.
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What: Crowds Gather For Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee At The Wellington Arch
When: 1897
Where: Wellington Arch, City of Westminster, London
Story: This photo shows just how many people flocked to celebrate Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee. Even the top of the Wellington Arch is filled with people.
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What: Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee Street Party Celebrations
By: Daily Mirror
When: 1977
Story: Photo showing everyday people at a street party honouring Elizabeth II’s 25 years on the throne for her Silver Jubilee in 1977.
I wasn’t even born in 1977, but whenever I see photos or video footage of the Silver Jubilee the thing that really stands out for me are the street parties. I suppose the reason is that Canadians tend not to hold them for the monarchy, despite the fact that Elizabeth II is also Queen of Canada. Just one of the interesting quirks that I’ve come to enjoy from the English.
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What: King George V and Queen Mary In Royal Carriage For Silver Jubilee Celebrations
When: 1935
Story: King George V and Queen Mary receiving Silver Jubilee cheers while riding in the Royal Carriage at some point in 1935.
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What: Queen Victoria’s Royal Carriage in Pall Mall For Her Diamond Jubilee
When: 1897
Where: Pall Mall, City of Westminster, London
Story: A view of Queen Victoria’s Royal Carriage as it makes it’s way down Pall Mall in 1897 during her Diamond Jubilee celebrations.
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What: Park Lane Being Decorated for Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee, 1897
When: 1897
Where: Park Lane, City of Westminster, London
Story: Another photo of the preparations for the Diamond Jubilee, this one focuses on Park Lane in the City of Westminster.
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What: Queen Mother and Prince Charles in a Carriage at Silver Jubilee 1977
When: 1977
Story: Photo of the Queen Mother and Prince Charles (in a ridiculous hat) riding in a carriage as part of Elizabeth II’s Silver Jubilee celebrations. Also present in the photo are Prince Edward and Prince Andrew.
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What: Tea Party for Children For George V’s Silver Jubilee
When: 1935
Where: Orville Road, Battersea, London, SW11
Story: A tea party for children held in honour of George V’s Silver Jubilee in 1935. Just one of many street parties that were no doubt held that year.
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What: Ludgate Circus Decorated for Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee
When: 1897
Where: Ludgate Circus, City of London, EC4
Story: Another great photo of Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee. This one was taken at Ludgate Circus in the City of London, 1897.