LNWR Offices decorated for Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee
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LNWR Offices decorated for Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee
LNWR Offices on Parliament Street (the short end-section of Whitehall before one reaches Parliament Square), London - decorated for Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee in June 1897 (card published in 1904). Date: 1897
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1897 Diamond Drapery Hangings Jan16 Jubilee Lnwr Longest Office Offices Parliament Reign Wisest
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1. Title: LNWR Offices Decorated for Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee (1897) 2. Description: This photograph captures the LNWR (London and North Western Railway) Offices on Parliament Street, London, adorned for Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee in June 1897. The building, located at the short end-section of Whitehall before reaching Parliament Square, proudly displays its patriotic decorations. 3. Background: Queen Victoria, who reigned from 1837 to 1901, celebrated her Diamond Jubilee in 1897, marking the sixtieth anniversary of her accession to the British throne. The occasion was a grand celebration of her long, noble, and wise reign. 4. Decorations: The LNWR Offices were dressed in festive attire, with Union Jack flags hanging proudly from the windows and balconies. The exterior was further embellished with elegant drapery and hangings, adding to the regal atmosphere. The decorations were a testament to the company's loyalty and commitment to the monarchy. 5. Location: Parliament Street, a significant thoroughfare in London, played host to numerous grand buildings, including the LNWR Offices. The area, which is now part of Whitehall, was a hub of political and administrative activity, making the Diamond Jubilee decorations all the more noteworthy. 6. Significance: This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, capturing the spirit of celebration and loyalty towards the monarchy during Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee. The decorations on the LNWR Offices serve as a reminder of the historical significance of the event and the importance of the monarchy in British society. 7. Conclusion: This photograph of the LNWR Offices on Parliament Street, decorated for Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee in 1897, is a captivating visual representation of a bygone era. The image not only showcases the grandeur of the occasion but also highlights the strong connection between the monarchy and the people of Britain.
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