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Tower Bridge The Night After The Jubilee River Pageant Flotilla

What: Tower Bridge The Night After The Jubilee River Pageant Flotilla

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When: June 4th, 2012

Where: Tower Bridge, London

Story: This Tower Bridge video was created by my friend Nick Smith to test his new Canon 5D Mark II. Not being a camera person I have no idea what that means, but what I can tell you is that this is an amazing video just for a ‘test’. Given that he is a professional cameraman this shouldn’t come as too much of a surprise, but I’m still blown away with many of the shots he gets. You can find out more about Nick’s work from his website: Newsworthy Vision.

Odd Advertising On The Tube – Old El Paso Jubilee Tube Ad

Old El Paso Jubilee Tube Ad

I know you’re likely Jubileed out, but I thought I’d highlight my personal favourite ad to make use of the Jubilee to sell something. I have to give Old El Paso high marks for trying to make Mexican (well Americanized Mexican) food seem British – or at least something you’d want to serve at a street party. They even have what is obviously supposed to be the Queen’s hand holding up a taco. Hopefully it worked out for them, although I have to admit not seeing a single taco, burrito or other Mexican food over the whole 4 days.

I noticed this ad all last week at South Kensington station, but only got a chance yesterday to take a photo. However, I’ve seen it all over London. How about you see any good, bad or just odd Jubilee advertising? Tell me below:

Colonial Escort in Pall Mall For Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee

Colonial Escort in Pall Mall For Victoria's Diamond Jubilee

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What: Colonial Escort in Pall Mall For Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee

When: 1897

Where: Pall Mall, City of Westminster, London

Story: Another great photo of the crowds watching colonial troops file past in Pall Mall for Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee.

Crowds Cheer At Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee

Crowds Cheer At Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee

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What: Crowds Cheer At Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee

When: 1897

Where: Somewhere in London (Possibly the City?)

Story: I’m not sure where this photo was taken, but it looks to me like it might be somewhere in the City of London. This photo again shows the huge number of people who came out to celebrate the 60 years of Victoria’s reign.

Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee Carriage In The Grounds Of Buckingham Palace

Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee Carriage In The Grounds Of Buckingham Palace

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What: Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee Carriage In The Grounds Of Buckingham Palace

When: 1897

Where: Buckingham Palace, City of Westminster, London

Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee Troops Return to Buckingham Palace

Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee Troops Return to Buckingham Palace

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What: Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee Troops Return to Buckingham Palace

When: 1897

Where: Buckingham Palace, City of Westminster, London

Story: Photo of Queen Victoria’s Troops as they return to Buckingham Palace. Notice in the background you can see the Houses of Parliament, the Clock Tower (better known as Big Ben) and Westminster Abbey.

Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee Flotilla Under Tower Bridge 1977

Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee Flotilla Under Tower Bridge 1977

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What: Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee Flotilla Under Tower Bridge 1977

When: 1977

Where: Tower Bridge, City of London

Story: This picture gives a taste for what we can expect on Sunday. It was taken in 1977 for Elizabeth II’s Silver Jubilee. Overall, an interesting shot of Tower Bridge with just a few of the boats that made up the flotilla.