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Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon marries Albert, Duke of York
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Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon marries Albert, Duke of York
Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon and Albert, Duke of York, later King George VI and Queen Elizabeth (then the Queen Mother) pictured together on their wedding day on 26th April 1923. Date: 1923
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This enchanting photograph captures the moment when Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, later known as Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, exchanged vows with Albert, Duke of York, who would later become King George VI, on their wedding day on April 26, 1923. The couple's union took place at Westminster Abbey in London, surrounded by the grandeur of royal tradition and the love and support of their families and the British people. Elizabeth, dressed in an elegant white satin gown with a long, flowing veil, looked radiant and joyful as she walked hand in hand with her new husband, Albert, who wore the uniform of a Field Marshal. The Duke of York was the second son of King George V and Queen Mary, and his marriage to the beautiful and popular Elizabeth brought a sense of fresh energy and optimism to the British monarchy. The couple's wedding was a grand affair, attended by thousands of well-wishers and members of the royal family. The streets of London were decorated with banners and flowers, and the sound of joyful music filled the air. The newlyweds' honeymoon was spent at the Royal Lodge in Windsor Great Park, where they could enjoy some privacy and begin their life together as husband and wife. This beautiful photograph is a testament to the love and devotion that Elizabeth and Albert shared, and to the enduring power of the British monarchy to bring people together in celebration and joy. It is a precious reminder of a bygone era and a reminder of the importance of love, family, and tradition in our lives.
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