Coronation Celebrations
Date Photo Taken | 6th June 1953 |
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Area | Mitcham |
Copyright 1 | Phox Photos |
Picture Reference | Mit_Org_Events_18-50 |
Original Format | Photo |
Notes / History | The Mayor, Councillor E.E. Mount inspecting the Benbow Sea Cadets during the coronation celebrations for Queen Elizabeth II. After the inspection, there were displays by various youth organisations, such as physical training, archery, first aid and square dancing. The finale was a pageant of Elizabethans, which commemorated the historical link between Mitcham and Elizabeth I. |