Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee - Cape Mounted Rifles
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Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee - Cape Mounted Rifles
Queen Victorias Jubilee Procession, London - Black and white Victorian lantern slide of mounted Cape Rifles marching through large crowds along a London street. Part of Box 260 Jubilee. Date: 1897
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© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
1897 Anniversary Cape Celebrating Celebration Crowds Diamond Jubilee Marching Mounted Parade Procession Rifles Slides
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This black and white lantern slide depicts a significant moment in history: Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee Procession in London, 1897. The Cape Mounted Rifles, an elite infantry regiment from the Cape Colony in South Africa, proudly march through the bustling streets of the city, their horses' hooves thundering on the cobblestones as they pass by. The regiment's polished uniforms and gleaming weapons contrast sharply with the sea of top hats, bonnets, and Victorian attire worn by the onlookers lining the streets. Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee marked the sixtieth anniversary of her reign, making her the longest-reigning monarch in British history at that time. The celebration was an extravagant display of loyalty and unity, drawing in people from all corners of the British Empire. The procession itself was a grand spectacle, featuring military units, musicians, and representatives from various countries, all gathered to honor the queen's remarkable reign. The lantern slide, part of Box 260 Jubilee from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when monarchs ruled with unwavering devotion and the British Empire stretched across the globe. The Cape Mounted Rifles, with their disciplined formation and determined expressions, epitomize the spirit of the era, as they proudly join the parade in honor of their monarch and the enduring legacy of the British Empire.
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