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Royal Motor Barge on the River Thames, 1937
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Royal Motor Barge on the River Thames, 1937
Photograph showing the Royal motor barge leading four motor torpedo boats down the River Thames, near Blackfriars, London, 1937. King George VI, with Queen Elizabeth and Queen Mary, was travelling on board the barge to Greenwich, to open the National Maritime Museum. The Training Ship President is visible, left background, moored off the embankment. Date: 01/05/1937
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Barge Blackfriars Greenwich Leading Torpedo Travelling 1937 Elizabeth
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This evocative photograph captures a significant moment in British history as King George VI, accompanied by Queen Elizabeth and the Queen Mother, Queen Mary, travel down the River Thames aboard the Royal Motor Barge on May 1, 1937. The royal party was en route to Greenwich to open the National Maritime Museum. The motor barge, a symbol of British maritime power and royal tradition, leads four Motor Torpedo Boats (MTBs) through the calm waters of the Thames near Blackfriars, London. The MTBs, essential components of the Royal Navy's defensive forces during World War II, are seen here in their early days of service. In the background, the Training Ship President is moored off the embankment, adding to the bustling scene of maritime activity. The photograph provides a unique glimpse into the past, offering a visual record of the royal journey and the impressive fleet that accompanied it. This photograph holds historical significance as it marks the opening of the National Maritime Museum, an institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich maritime history of the United Kingdom. The event also highlights the importance of the River Thames as a vital transportation route and a symbol of London's maritime heritage.
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