Coronation of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra
London celebrates the coronation with massive crowds as King Edward VII is crowned at Westminster Abbey and Queen Alexandra crowned beside him. The pageantry features Lord Roberts and Lord Kitchener, arches of soldiers, royal motor car salute, and widespread public jubilation amid nervousness over the archbishop’s wobbling ceremony.
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King in Alexandra Wet Ceremony Continues Coverage
Aug 9 events in Alexandra follow a royal ceremony with rain delaying proceedings. Report details the sequence of formalities and crowd reactions as the King participates in traditional rites amid damp conditions.
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