Coronation Celebrations
Date Photo Taken | 22nd June 1911 |
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Area | Mitcham |
Picture Reference | Mit_Org_Events_18-24 |
Original Format | Photo |
Notes / History | Procession approaching Upper Green from Mitcham Common, during the coronation celebrations for George V. This photograph shows performers from an Elizabethan Pageant. The first cart holds Ladies of the Court and Maids of Honour, followed by a cart of peasants. The Pageant commemorated the historical links between Mitcham and Elizabeth I. |