Proclamation of Accession of Queen Elizabeth II

Proclamation of Accession of Queen Elizabeth II

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Date Photo Taken 8th February 1952
Area Mitcham
Copyright 1 Phox Photo
Picture Reference Mit_​Org_​Events_​1-3
Original Format Photo
Notes / History Proclamation of the accession of Queen Elizabeth II in front of
Mitcham Town Hall.

From left to right: the Macebearer
W. Martin, the MP for Mitcham
Robert Carr, the Town Clerk R.H. White, the Mayor G.R. Madgewick and the Mayoress Mrs Madgewick.

The ceremony started at 11:00 and lasted for a few minutes and was finished by the distant sound of drums. The ceremony was carried out in front of members of the public and several personalities well known in public life.

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