1 of 253523 objects

Wide World Photos

King George VI (1895-1952). 23 Apr 1941

16.4 x 22.0 cm (image) | RCIN 2000505

Description

George VI and Queen Elizabeth sympathising with large group of residents from East End of London, whose homes were destroyed or damaged in air raids.
People involved

Creator(s)

Search the collection Wide World Photos
(photographic agency)

Subject(s)

Search the collection View the person page King George VI, King of the United Kingdom (1895-1952)

Search the collection View the person page Queen Elizabeth of the United Kingdom (1900-2002)

Search the collection Great Britain
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

monochrome photograph

Measurements

16.4 x 22.0 cm (image)
Groupings
Category
Photographs
Object type(s)
visual works
photographs
news photographs
Subject(s)
History
History of Europe
Second World War (1939-1945)
World War II-GB
Europe-History (History from 1919. Twentieth century in general)
General medieval and modern history (European history)
Places
Europe
Great Britain
England
Greater London [England]
London [Greater London]
East End [London]

Keep in touch

Sign up to e-mail updates for the latest news, exclusive events and 15% off in our online shop.

We will look after your data in accordance with our Privacy Notice.

Contact us

The income from your ticket contributes directly to The Royal Collection Trust, a registered charity. The aims of The Royal Collection Trust are the care and conservation of the Royal Collection, and the promotion of access and enjoyment through exhibitions, publications, loans and educational activities.