Coronation Durbar, Delhi - General View
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Coronation Durbar, Delhi - General View
Coronation Durbar, Delhi - General View including King George Vs Pavilion - 12th December 1911. Date: 1911
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
12th Ceremony Colony Coronation Crowds Delhi Durbar Formal Pavilion December
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This striking photograph captures the grandeur and pomp of the Coronation Durbar held in Delhi on 12th December 1911, marking the formal coronation of King George V and Queen Mary as Emperor and Empress of India. The image offers a general view of the Durbar grounds, with the magnificent King's Pavilion taking center stage. The Pavilion, designed in the Indo-Saracenic style, served as the throne from where the King addressed the assembled crowd and delivered his proclamation. The Coronation Durbar was a formal ceremony that symbolized the British monarch's role as the sovereign ruler of India. The event attracted a vast crowd of Indian nobles, British officials, and commoners, all dressed in their finest attire. The photograph captures the excitement and anticipation of the crowd, with people gathered around the periphery of the Durbar grounds, eager to catch a glimpse of their monarch and the grand spectacle. The Coronation Durbar was a significant event in the history of the British Raj, marking the beginning of a new era in colonial rule. The grandeur and formality of the ceremony underscored the power and authority of the British monarch in India, while also highlighting the rich cultural heritage of the Indian subcontinent. This photograph is a testament to the historical significance of the event and offers a unique insight into the colonial past of India.
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