1937 Royal Naval Review
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1937 Royal Naval Review
Newly crowned King George VI reviews his navy, accompanied by his wife Queen Elizabeth(later the Queen Mother), and their daughter Princess Elizabeth(later Queen Elizabeth II). Shown here on the bridge of the royal yacht the Victoria and Albert as they left Portsmouth for Spithead, before the Royal Naval Review. Date: 1937
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Bowes Lyon Reviews Albert Elizabeth
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A Moment of Regal Splendor: The 1937 Royal Naval Review This evocative photograph captures a significant moment in British history as newly crowned King George VI and his family, including his wife, Queen Elizabeth (later the Queen Mother), and their young daughter, Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II), prepare to embark on the royal yacht Victoria and Albert for the annual Royal Naval Review at Spithead. The image, taken in 1937, shows the royal family in their resplendent uniforms and regal attire, exuding an air of authority and elegance. The young Princess Elizabeth, dressed in a charming white dress and matching hat, stands between her parents, her curiosity piqued as she gazes out at the vast expanse of water and the fleet of ships assembled before them. King George VI, dressed in the uniform of the Admiral of the Fleet, stands confidently on the bridge of the yacht, his wife, the Queen Mother, wearing a stylish hat and coat, stands beside him, her regal bearing a testament to her status as the consort of the monarch. The Royal Naval Review was an important annual event in British maritime history, showcasing the might and prowess of the Royal Navy. The event held great significance for King George VI, who had served in the navy during World War I and had been the Duke of York before his accession to the throne. As the royal party sets sail from Portsmouth Harbour, they are transported by the Bowes Lyon transport, a traditional Royal Navy launch, before making their way to Spithead, where they would review the fleet and pay tribute to the men and women who served in the navy. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a bygone era, a time when the British monarchy was at the heart of national life, and the Royal Navy was a symbol of national pride and strength.
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